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  • Page 1 J1800I-A...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi J1800I-A specifications summary ................vi Product introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-4 System memory .................... 1-4 Expansion slots ....................

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 5: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Dual-channel memory architecture * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Graphics Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support ®...

  • Page 7: Asus Exclusive Features

    BIOS features 64Mb 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)
  • Page 8 J1800I-A specifications summary Manageability Wfm 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Accessories User manual I/O shield 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor Mini ITX Form Factor, 6.7” x 6.7” (17cm x 17cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 9: Product Introduction

    ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR Standby Power Powered Off J1800I-A Onboard LED ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 10: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct...
  • Page 11 ® 13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB_E12, USB_E34) 1-15 14. TPM connector (20-1 TPM) 1-16 15. USB device wake up (3-pin USBPWF) 1-10 16. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-13 ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 12: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    DIMM_A1 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 J1800I-A 204-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel B DIMM_B1 • Using both memory channels is supported on this motherboard. When installing 2 SO- DIMMs, use the same size and type of memory. The DIMM_A1 slot should be filled in order for the motherboard to work properly.
  • Page 13 J1800I-A Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip support Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs · Corsair CMSO2GX3M1A1333C9 2GB Corsair 256M8DCJG 9-9-9- · G.Skill F3-10666CL9S-2GBSQ G.Skill D3 256M8GEF 9-9-9- ·...
  • Page 14 DDR3-1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage (optional) Brand 1DIMM 2DIMMs CMSX8GX3M2A Corsair 4GB DS PEB12-15E 1600C9 CMSO16GX3M2A 512M Corsair 8GB DS Corsair 1600C11 BDCJGNACO3O1320 CMSX16GX3M2A Corsair 8GB DS PEB12-15E 1600C10 · 11-11- G.Skill F3-1600C11D-8GSL...
  • Page 15 Memory modules with a voltage higher than 1.35V will run at 1.35V. • When installing memory with frequency higher than 1333Mhz, the motherboard will automatically run the memory at 1333Mhz. DDR3 1066Mhz memory modules are not supported. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 16: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 17: Jumpers

    CLRTC Normal Clear RTC (Default) J1800I-A Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 18: Keyboard And Usb Device Wake Up (3-Pin Usbpwb)

    USBPWB +5VSB (Default) J1800I-A Keyboard and USB device wake up USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPWF) Set this jumper to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in low power mode) using the connected USB devices.

  • Page 19: Connectors

    Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out (Rear panel) 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 ASUS J1800I-A 1-11...
  • Page 20 To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices HDMI port.

  • Page 21: Front Panel Audio Connector (10-1 Pin Aafp)

    PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition J1800I-A Front panel audio connector • 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. • 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].

  • Page 22: Chassis Intrusion Connector (4-1 Pin Chassis)

    • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.

  • Page 23: Usb 2.0 Connectors (10-1 Pin Usb_E12, Usb_E34)

    CHA_FAN CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN J1800I-A Fan connectors 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! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB_E12, USB_E34 )
  • Page 24 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drive or optical drive via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. J1800I-A SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA ®...

  • Page 25: Speaker Connector (4-Pin Speaker)

    PWR BTN PIN 1 +HDD_LED RESET J1800I-A System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWRLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 26: Software Support

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to display their respective menus.

  • Page 27: Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.

  • Page 28: Asus Ez Flash

    2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.

  • Page 29: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 30 Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to your computer’s USB port. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Select the USB flash drive as the boot device. The DOS screen appears.
  • Page 31 Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 32: Bios Setup Program

    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: •...

  • Page 33: 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 Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 34: Menu Bar

    Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Last modified Navigation keys settings Quick Scroll bar note Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced...

  • Page 35: My Favorites

    This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 36: Main Menu

    Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. Press <F4> on your keyboard or right-click on your mouse to add the item to My Favorites page.

  • Page 37: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS J1800I-A 2-11...

  • Page 38: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show CPU-related information.
  • Page 39 Enables the C7 report function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Package C State limit [No limit] Sets Package C State limits. Configuration options: [C0] [C1] [C3] [C6] [C7] [No limit] ASUS J1800I-A 2-13...
  • Page 40 PPM Configuration Parameters EIST [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. CPU C State Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable CPU C state report to OS. [Disabled] Disables this function.

  • Page 41: Graphics Configuration

    Configuration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] ~ [480M] [512M] Memory Configuration Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable/disable Memory Scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS J1800I-A 2-15...

  • Page 42: Sata Configuration

    2.5.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function.

  • Page 43: Trusted Computing

    Allows you to select the XHCI Mode. Configuration options: [Smart Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. USB Per Port Control USB3_1 / LAN_USB2 / LAN_USB3 / USB_E1234 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS J1800I-A 2-17...

  • Page 44: Onboard Devices Configuration

    2.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high- definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.

  • Page 45: Parallel Port Configuration

    Device Mode [STD Printer Mode] Allows you to select 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 and EPP 1.9 Mode] [ECP and EPP 1.7 Mode] ASUS J1800I-A 2-19...
  • Page 46 2.5.8 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.

  • Page 47: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. 2.6.3 CPU Core 0 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS J1800I-A 2-21...
  • Page 48 2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
  • Page 49 60% to 100%. When the Chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the Chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS J1800I-A 2-23...

  • Page 50: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 2.7.1 Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a...
  • Page 51 The values range from 1 to 10 seconds. 2.7.3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. ASUS J1800I-A 2-25...

  • Page 52: Secure Boot

    2.7.4 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
  • Page 53 Load db from File Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append db from file Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. ASUS J1800I-A 2-27...

  • Page 54: Boot Option Priorities

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.

  • Page 55: Tools Menu

    Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_B1] 2.8.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUS J1800I-A...

  • Page 56: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the UEFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one...

  • Page 57: Appendices

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. J1800I-A...

  • Page 58: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license 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.
  • Page 59 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.

  • Page 60: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-284-0883 Support fax +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...
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  • Page 62 Appendices...

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