ASUS launches H81M-K and B85M-K uATX motherboards

Entry level mid segment motherboards based on Intel H81 and B85 Chipsets offer feature packed offerings at attractive price points

Mumbai, Maharashtra, February 19, 2014 / India PRwire / -- ASUS has today announced the launch of two new entry level motherboards - the H81M-K and B85M-K motherboards. Both the motherboards use the LGA 1150 socket for 4th Gen Intel® Core processors support; and are based on Intel H81 and Intel B85 chipset respectively.

The ASUS H81M-K and B85M-K also feature ASUS exclusive technologies, such as NEW UEFI BIOS to provide full-scale performance tuning with easy BIOS settings and USB 3.0 Boost to provide up to 170% faster transmission speed over regular USB 3.0. USB3.0 Boost also automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible

USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction. The motherboards also have other ASUS exclusive features such as AI Suite 3, GPU Boost, EPU, FAN Xpert, Network iControl etc. All of these features are designed to provide great PC using experience.

About the launch of the two new motherboards, Mr. Vinay Shetty - Country Head - Component Business,

ASUS (India) said, "Both the Intel H81 and B85 are fast moving chipsets for the new Intel 4th Generation processors and we felt the need to enter these segments at a more attractive price point gauging the customer demand from home users. Both these motherboards offer exclusive ASUS technologies at an affordable price with the same level of quality and innovation that all ASUS motherboards are known for.

We're confident that these motherboards will now help our partners to provide the perfect solution from

ASUS to customers looking for an entry level solution on these two chipsets."

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.

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.

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.

GPU Boost - Go to the limit with iGPU level up!

GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real time for the best graphics performance. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades.

EPU - All-round energy efficiency and detailed CPU wattage settings

ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time.

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Fan Xpert

ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. A variety of built-in useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

Network iControl - Real-time Network Bandwidth Control

With a single-click on/off button, the application currently in use has its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can prioritize your favorite software easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user interface. Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period to avoid network congestion and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one-step setup for enhanced online convenience. Overall, it's an intuitive network bandwidth control center.

Some additional details about the product:

H81M-K - Rs. 4400/- (all inclusive)

B85M-K - Rs. 5350/- (all inclusive)

Contact (Company Name): ASUS Technology Pvt. Ltd.

Phone: (91)-22-61598700 / 18002090365

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.asus.in

Full specifications are available at www.asus.com

Warranty Period: 3 years

Specifications:

B85M-K Specification

H81M-K Specification

CPU

LGA1150 socket for Intel®4th Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors

LGA1150 socket for Intel®4th Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors

Chipset

Intel® B85 Express Chipset

Intel® H81 Express Chipset

Memory

2 x DIMMs, max.16GB, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory

2 x DIMMs, max.16GB, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory

Expansion Slots

1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (@ x16 mode) page 2 / 7

1 x PCI Express x16 slot (@ x16 mode)

2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots

2 x PCI Express x1 slots

VGA

Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support

Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support

Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D, RGB port

Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D, RGB port

- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

- Supports RGB with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

- Supports RGB with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

- Maximum shared memory of 1024MB

- Maximum shared memory of 1024MB

Storage

- 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow)

- 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (yellow)

- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (dark brown)

- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (dark brown)

- Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology* and Intel® Smart Connect Technology*

- Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology* and Intel® Smart Connect Technology**

*These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.

*Due to the limitation of the Intel® H81chipset, Intel® Rapid Start Technology can be configured only from the

BIOS Setup program. **These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.

LAN

Realtek® 8111G Gigabit LAN

Realtek® 8111G Gigabit LAN page 3 / 7

Audio

Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC

Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC

- Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking

- 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.

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

USB

Intel® B85 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost

Intel® H81 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost

- 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board,2 ports at the back panel)

- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)

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

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

ASUS Exclusive Features

ASUS EPU, ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface , ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, ASUS

GPU Boost, ASUS Ai Charger, ASUS Network iControl, ASUS AI Suite3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3ASUS

Anti-Surge protection, ASUS ESD, ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution, ASUS Fan Xpert, ASUS

Q-Slot, ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS EPU, ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface , ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, ASUS

GPU Boost, ASUS Ai Charger, ASUS AI Suite3, ASUS Anti-Surge protection, ASUS ESD, ASUS Fanless

Design: Stylish Heatsink solution, ASUS Fan Xpert, ASUS Q-Slot, ASUS EZ Flash 2

Back Panel I/O Ports

1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)

1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)

1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)

1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)

2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports

2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports page 4 / 7

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

1 x D-Sub port

1 x DVI port

1 x DVI port

1 x D-Sub port

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output

3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output

Internal I/O Connectors

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports

1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports

2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors

4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors

2 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors

2 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors

1 x CPU Fan connector

1 x CPU Fan connector

1 x Chassis Fan connector

1 x Chassis Fan connector

1 x Front panel audio connector

1 x Front panel audio connector

1 x S/PDIF Out connector

1 x S/PDIF Out connector

1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector

1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector

1 x 4-pin EATX 12V Power connector page 5 / 7

1 x 4-pin EATX 12V Power connector

1 x CLRTC jumper

1 x CLRTC jumper

1 x Speaker connector

1 x Speaker connector

1 x System Panel connector

1 x System Panel connector

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

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

WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE

Accessories

2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables

2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables

1 x I/O shield

1 x I/O shield

1 x Support DVD

1 x Support DVD

1 x User's manual

1 x User's manual

Support DVD

Drivers

Drivers

ASUS Utilities page 6 / 7

ASUS Utilities

EZ Update

EZ Update

Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating System Support

Windows® 8.1

Windows® 8

Windows® 8

Windows® 7

Windows® 7

Form Factor uATX Form Factor, 8.9"x 6.9" (22.6cm x 17.5cm) uATX Form Factor, 8.9"x 6.9" (22.6cm x 17.5cm)

Notes to Editor

ABOUT ASUS

ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world's best-selling, most award-winning, motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today's digital home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets and smartphones. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,256 awards in 2013 and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC™. ASUS has more than 12,500 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 3,800 engineers. Company revenue for 2012 was approximately US$14 billion.

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