ASUS PRIME B365M-K Motherboard User Manual

ASUS PRIME B365M-K Motherboard

First Edition December 2018

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Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may be exposed to moisture.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction
  This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

• Chapter 2: BIOS information
  This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites
   The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation
   Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

• DANGER/WARNING : Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task.
• CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task
• IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
• NOTE : Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

• Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
• Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
• < Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key.
• Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key.
• < Key1> + + If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items

• Motherboard ASUS PRIME B365M-K motherboard
• Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
• Accessories
  • 1 x I/O Shield
  • 1 x M.2 Anchor
• Application DVD Support DVD
• Documentation User Guide

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

PRIME B365M-K specifications summary

CPU

| Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors

Supports Intel® 14nm CPU

Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0*

• Intel ® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Refer to[ www.asus.com ](http://www.asus.com/)for Intel ® CPU support list.**

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Chipset| Intel® B365 Chipset

Memory

| 2 x DIMMs, maximum 32 GB, DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz, non-ECC,

un-buffered memory

Dual-channel memory architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

* The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor.

** DDR4 2666MHz and higher memory modules will run at max. 2666MHz on Intel ® 8th Gen 6-core or higher processors.

*** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).

Expansion slots

| 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) 2 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots

Graphics

| Integrated graphics processor – Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D and D-Sub ports

–   Supports DVI-D with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200@60Hz

–   Supports D-Sub with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz

Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D/Quick Sync Video/Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider™

Maximum shared memory of 1024MB(for iGPU exclusively)

Storage

| Intel® B365 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and Intel® Rapid Storage Technology support

–   1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & x4 PCIe mode)*

–   6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray)

–   Intel®  Optane™ Memory Ready

* When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA6G_1 port cannot be used.

LAN| Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN support LANGuard

Audio

| Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* high definition audio CODEC

–   LED-illuminated design: Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path.

–   Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduces multi-lateral interference

–   Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals

–   Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound

with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

–   Supports jack-detection and front panel jack-retasking

* Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output.

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USB

| Intel® B365 Chipset:

–   6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports (2 ports at mid-board; 4 ports at the back

panel, blue, Type A)

–   6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board; 2 ports at the back panel)

ASUS unique features

| ASUS 5X PROTECTION III

– ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage

–   ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static- electricity discharges!

–   ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design

–   ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!

– ASUS DIGI+ VRM: Premium components provide better power efficiency

Superb Performance

ASUS OptiMem

– Improved DDR4 stability

Q-Installer

– Auto download driver and software, friendly for first PC builder

M.2 onboard

–   The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds

ASUS EPU

–   EPU

UEFI BIOS

–           Most advanced options with fast response time

Gaming Scenario

Audio Features

– Audio that roars on the battlefield

ASUS Exclusive Features

–   ASUS Ai Charger

–   ASUS AI Suite 3

–   ASUS PC Cleaner

EZ DIY

UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

–   Featuring a friendly graphics user interface

–   ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

–   ASUS EZ Flash 3

Q-Design

–   ASUS Q-DIMM

ASUS quiet thermal solution

| Quiet Thermal Design

–          ASUS Fan Xpert

–   Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink solution

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Back panel I/O ports

| 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)

1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) Type A ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

3-Jack 8-Channel Audio I/O ports

Internal I/O connectors

| 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin)

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray)

1 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key)

1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control

1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connector for 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control

1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector

1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x Speaker connector

1 x 24-pin EATX power connector

1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x COM connector

1 x Clear CMOS jumper

BIOS features

| 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-

language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Manageability| WOL by PME, PXE

Support DVD

| Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update

Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating system support| Windows® 10 (64-bit)
Form factor| mATX form factor: 8.9 in. x 7.3 in. (22.6 cm x 18.5 cm)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Product introduction

Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings

• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX 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, or components.

Motherboard overview

Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions

1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
   These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit

2. We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 350W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 8-pin power plugs.

3. DO NOT forget to connect the 8-pin EATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up.

4. We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN)
   Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.

6. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power

7. Intel® LGA1151 CPU socket
   Install Intel® LGA1151 CPU into this surface mount LGA1151 socket, which is designed for the 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors
   For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU).

8. M.2 socket 3
   This socket allows you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules.

9. This socket supports M Key and type 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices.

10. When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA6G_1 port cannot be used.

11. DDR4 DIMM slots
    Install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into these DIMM sockets
    For more details, refer to System memory

12. Intel® B365 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~6)
    These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.

13. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
    This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

14. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)
    This connector supports several chassis-mounted function

15. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC)
    This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date, time, and system passwords
    To erase the RTC RAM:

16. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

17. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins.

18. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

19. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
    If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery

20. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector (20-1 pin U31G1_12)
    Connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module to this connector for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. This connector complies with USB 3.1 Gen 1 specifications and provide faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.

21. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112)
    These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.

22. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
    This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
    Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

23. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM)
    This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

24. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
    This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.

25. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

26. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio].By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio].

27. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots
    This motherboard has two PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.

28. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot
    This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications

Rear panel connectors

1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port connects to a PS/2 mouse.
2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices.
3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports (blue, Type A). These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices.
4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage.
5. Due to the design of the Intel® 300 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility.
6. We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices.

7. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub
   LAN port LED indications** Activity/Link LED Speed LED**

   Status| Description| Status| Description
   Off| No link| OFF| 10Mbps connection
   Orange| Linked| ORANGE| 100Mbps connection
   Orange (Blinking)| Data activity| GREEN| 1Gbps connection
   Orange (Blinking then steady)| Ready to wake up from

S5 mode

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5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 7. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration
Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration** Port| Headset 2.1-channel| 4.1-channel| 5.1-channel| 7.1-channel**
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Light Blue (Rear panel)| Line In| Rear Speaker Out| Rear Speaker Out| Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel)| Line Out| Front Speaker Out| Front Speaker Out| Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel)| Mic In| Mic In| Bass/Center| Bass/Center
Lime (Front panel)| —| —| —| Side Speaker Out

To configure a 7.1-channel audio output:

1. Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. **  

**

8. USB 2.0 ports These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
9. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I.
10. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port connects to a PS/2 keyboard.

Central Processing Unit

This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1151 socket designed for the 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors.

Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

Installing the CPU

Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary

System memory

This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets:

• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.
• DDR4 2666MHz and higher memory modules will run at max. 2666MHz on Intel® 9th / 8th Gen 6-core or higher processors.
• Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
• Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)

Recommended memory configurations

Installing a DIMM

M.2 Anchor Installation
The M.2 Anchor is a tool-less design to easily fasten and secure your M.2 SSD card to your motherboard without using extra tools.

To install the M.2 SSD card using the M.2 Anchor:

1. Locate the M.2 mounting hole on your motherboard and firmly insert the M.2 Anchor into the hole.
2. Insert the M.2 SSD card into the M.2 slot. The notch at the end of the M.2 SSD card shall align with the rod of the M.2 Anchor.
3. Firmly insert the pin on the M.2 Anchor into the hole on itself

To uninstall the M.2 SSD card

1. Pull up the ring on the M.2 Anchor until it is separated from the hole.
2. Remove the M.2 SSD card from the M.2 slot

BIOS information

• Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide.
• Before using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into PB365MK.CAP.

BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.

Entering BIOS Setup at startup

To enter BIOS Setup at startup:
Press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines.

Entering BIOS Setup after POST

To enter BIOS Setup after POST:

• Press ++ simultaneously.
• Press the reset button on the system chassis.
• Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.

Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend you always shut down the system properly from the operating system

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.
• If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5.
• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section Motherboard overview for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.

BIOS menu screen
The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Press to change between the two modes

EZ Mode
By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press .

The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item under the Boot menu for details.
The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.

Advanced Mode
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations.

To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press .

Search on FAQ

Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below

Exit menu
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.

Load Optimized Defaults
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load the default values.

Save Changes & Reset
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to save changes and exit.

Discard Changes and Exit
This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to discard changes and exit.

Launch EFI Shell from USB drives
This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices.

FCC Compliance Information

Responsible Party : Asus Computer International
Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Phone / Fax No : (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (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 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 installation. 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 interference 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 receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

• DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
• DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling  nformation in different regions.

Regional notice for California

Cancer and Reproductive Harm
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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan
Telephone +886-2-2894-3447
Fax +886-2-2890-7798
Website www.asus.com

Technical Support

Telephone + 86-21-38429911
Fax +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101#
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Telephone +1-510-739-3777
Fax +1-510-608-4555
Website http://www.asus.com/us/

Technical Support

Support fax +1-812-284-0883
Telephone +1-812-282-2787
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax +49-2102-959931
Website http://www.asus.com/de
Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales

Technical Support

Telephone + 49-2102-5789555
Support Fax +49-2102-959911
Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv

References

• Apache License, Version 2.0
• ASUS Global
• ASUS Deutschland
• Official Support | ASUS Global
• ASUS USA
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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