M5A87

    USB 3.0 & EPU Power Optimization on the all new AM3+ Platform

    • AMD 140W CPU Support
    • Core Unlocker - Intelligently Unlocks True Core Performance
    • MemOK! - Any Memory is A-OK!
    • TurboV - Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time O.C.!
    • AI Suite II - One-Stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features
    • USB 3.0 & SATA 6Gb/s Support - Let you experience the latest transfer technology!
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    Model Number : N50 >

    Specifications

    CPUAMD AM3+ FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors
    AMD 140W CPU Support
    AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology
    * 32nm AM3+ CPU is supported by BIOS version 0401 and later
    * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
    ChipsetAMD 870/SB850
    Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 16GB, DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 Hz ECC, Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
    Dual Channel Memory Architecture
    * Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
    * Due to OS limitation, when installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operation system may only recognize less than 3GB. Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard.
    * AMD FX Series CPU on this motherboard supports up to DDR3 1866MHz as its standard memory frequency.
    * When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs
    * Due to CPU spec., AMD 100 and 200 series CPUs support up to DDR3 1066MHz. With ASUS design, this motherboard can support up to DDR3 1333MHz.
    System BusUp to 5.2 GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0
    Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 2.0 x16
    2 x PCIe x1
    3 x PCI
    StorageAMD SB850 controller :
    6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
    Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
    LANRealtek® 8111E , 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller
    AudioRealtek® ALC 887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *1
    - Supports : Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, Anti-pop Function
    USB PortsAMD SB850 controller :
    12 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black, 8 at mid-board)
    ASMedia® ASM1042 controller :
    2 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue)
    Overclocking FeaturesOverclocking Protection :
    - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
    Special FeaturesASUS EPU :
    - EPU
    ASUS Hybrid Switch :
    - Core Unlocker
    - Turbo Key
    TurboV
    ASUS Exclusive Features :
    - MemOK!
    - AI Suite II
    - Anti-Surge
    ASUS EZ DIY :
    - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    - ASUS EZ Flash 2
    - ASUS MyLogo 2
    Back I/O Ports1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
    1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
    2 x USB 3.0
    4 x USB 2.0
    1 x COM port(s)
    1 x Parallel port(s)
    3 x Audio jack(s)
    Internal I/O Ports4 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 8 USB 2.0 port(s)
    6 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
    1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
    1 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
    1 x Power Fan connector(s)
    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 audio connector(s) (AAFP)
    1 x System panel(s)
    1 x MemOK! button(s)
    1 x Core Unlocker switch(es)
    AccessoriesUser's manual
    I/O Shield
    2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
    BIOS16Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SMBIOS 2.5
    Support DiscDrivers
    ASUS utilities
    ASUS Update
    Anti-virus software (OEM version)
    Form FactorATX Form Factor
    12 inch x 8.4 inch ( 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm )
    Note*1: Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-Channel audio output
    AMD® FX™ /Phenom™II /Athlon™II /Sempron™ 100 Series Processors

    This motherboard supports AMD® AM3+multi-core processors with unique L3 cache and delivers better overclocking capabilities with less power consumption. It features dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process.

    AMD 870 chipset

    AMD 870 Chipset is designed to support up to 5200MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD®’s latest AM3 and multi-core CPUs to provide excellent system performance and overclocking capabilities.

    EPU

    System Level Energy Saving
    The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power usage for critical PC components in real-time–helping save power and money!

    Dual-Channel DDR3 2000(O.C.) support

    The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000(O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.

    AI Suite II

    With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.

    Core Unlocker

    Intelligently Unlocks True Core Performance
    ASUS Core Unlocker simplifies the activation of a latent AMD® CPU—with just pressing a key. Enjoy an instant performance boost by simply unlocking the extra cores, without performing complicated BIOS changes.



    ASUS TurboV

    Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.

    Turbo Key

    Touch-n-Boost!
    ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into an overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games - with just one touch!!


    MemOK!

    Any Memory is A-OK!
    MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. Get your system up and running in no time!

    100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors

    This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.




    USB 3.0 Support

    Realize the True Future!! - TRUE USB 3.0 Support!
    Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with USB 3.0–the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components.

    Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s support

    The AMD® SB850 Southbridge natively supports next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

    High Definition Audio

    Enjoy high-end sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphone while playing a multi-channel network games. All of these are done on one computer.

    ErP ready

    The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

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