1.3.3Motherboard layout

1

2

2

3

4

5

6

 

 

24.4cm(9.6in)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KBMS_USB34

SPDIFO _HDMI

DVI_VGA

ESATA6G _USB3 _12

LAN

_USB12

AUDIO

RTL

8111F

ATX12V

CHA_FAN

 

PWR_FAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

GPU Boost

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU_FAN GPU_LED

DIGI+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VRM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOCKET FM2

F2A85-M

PCIEX16_1

DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module)

pin module)

pin module)

MemOK!

7

240-

240-

DRAM_LED

B1(64bit,

B2(64bit,

8

 

 

1

DDR3 DIMM_

DDR3 DIMM_

 

EATXPWR

24.4cm(9.6in)

 

 

7

9

 

 

SATA6G

 

 

 

 

SB_PWR

10

Super

I/O

ALC

887-VD2

PCIEX1_1

Lithium Cell

 

CMOS Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AMD®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A85X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCIEX16_2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPDIF_OUT

COM

 

 

USB910 USB78

 

USB56 USB3_34

CLRTC

 

 

 

TPM

AAFP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA6G 5

SATA6G 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA6G 3

SATA6G 4

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

64Mb

 

 

 

 

SATA6G

SATA6G

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PANEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18

17

16

15

14

13

12

ASUS F2A85-M

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F2A85-M specifications

The Asus F2A85-M is a micro-ATX motherboard tailored for AMD A-Series processors, making it an excellent choice for users who seek a compact yet powerful computing solution. Designed with performance and versatility in mind, this motherboard supports the FM2 socket and is capable of accommodating Ryzen processors with an applicable BIOS update.

One of the standout features of the F2A85-M is its support for AMD's Richland and Trinity A-series APUs, which integrate both CPU and GPU capabilities, providing excellent performance for gaming and multimedia tasks without the need for a discrete graphics card. The board supports up to 64GB of DDR3 memory across four DIMM slots, operating at speeds up to 2400 MHz, allowing for a smooth multitasking experience.

Connectivity is a strong point for the F2A85-M, featuring USB 3.0 ports for lightning-fast data transfers and extensive I/O options. It includes HDMI, DVI, and VGA outputs, enabling users to connect multiple displays easily, which is particularly beneficial for graphic designers and video editors. The onboard 8-channel HD audio with ASUS’ exclusive Crystal Sound technology delivers impressive audio quality for a more immersive gaming experience or lifelike media playback.

The motherboard incorporates ASUS' proprietary UEFI BIOS, which simplifies the overclocking process and allows users to easily customize their computing experience. With features like Dual Intelligent Processors 4 (DIP4), users can optimize power consumption and improve overall system stability.

For storage, the F2A85-M provides six SATA III ports, facilitating rapid data transfer with modern SSDs and HDDs. Its RAID support further enhances data security and performance, catering to users who require redundancy or speed boosts in their storage solutions.

In terms of build-quality, the F2A85-M utilizes high-quality capacitors and components, ensuring longevity and reliability for system builders seeking stability in their setups.

Overall, the Asus F2A85-M is a feature-rich motherboard that combines performance and reliability, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of computing needs, from casual gaming to professional workloads. With its blend of modern technologies and thoughtful design, it stands out as a solid option in the micro-ATX motherboard market.
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