Hi-Fi A85S3 :: Motherboard

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Socket : FM2

Hi-Fi A85S3 Ver. 6.1

Supported Socket FM2 processors AMD A-series/ E2-series processor
Supported AMD Mutil Core(x4,x2)
AMD 100W processor support
AMD A85X Chipset
2 DIMM supported DDR3-2133/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066/ 800
Supported SATA 6Gb/s 2X speed than current SATA 3G
Supported USB 3.0
AMD Dual Graphics Technology
BIOSTAR Puro Hi-Fi

Exclusive Features
- Hi-Fi Power
  Audio power is an important factor in audio quality. Most AV equipment isolates the power supply for each analog and digital signal to gather high-quality sound reproduction. Equipped with BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Power technology, it will utilize audio components with independent power design for a significant reduction in electronic noise and superb sound quality.
- Hi-Fi Ground
  BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Ground presents noise-blocking multi-layer PCB design which isolates analog audio signals from digital sources. The unique PCB layout is ideal for exceptional clarity and high fidelity sound. It’s focused on improving sound quality beyond the regular motherboard designs.
- High Quality ESD
  BIOSTAR Hi-Fi series motherboards provide high quality ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) solution for its front I/O panel. This function prevents static electricity and reduces the damage to the motherboards when you are plugging or unplugging your headphone.
- Hi-Fi AMP
  The built-in amplifier can drive major high-end headphones with over 100dB loads and offer wide band-width, low noise, high slew rate and low distortion audio source from front panel I/O. Gaming enthusiasts can enjoy a fuller range of dynamic sound with crisper details and less distortion.
- Smart Ear
  Smart EAR is a windows-based audio utility which allows you to easily adjust system volume. With its user-friendly GUI, you can also increase or decrease impedance setting (Low/High Gain) to optimize your headphone performance. You can easily enjoy high-quality and awesome sound.
- Hi-Fi Resistor
  Metal-oxide film resistors are made of metal oxides such as tin oxide. The electric characteristics are greater stability and reliability than regular metal film resistors when operating in an extremely broad working temperature range. This special component is used in applications with high endurance audio demands.
- Hi-Fi Cap
  BIOSTAR Hi-Fi series motherboards come with high quality ‘Non-Polarized Electrolysis Electric audio capacitors’ for each audio channel circuit. The customized audio capacitors deliver low noise, low distortion, and wide bandwidth to achieve the highest sound resolution and sound expansion. The critical component will ensure the most realistic sound effects to gaming enthusiasts.
- SmartSpeedLAN
  SmartSpeedLAN is a free software application which monitors and manages your PC’s network behavior. With user-friendly GUI, it allows you to select and prioritize different types of network traffic, including gaming, media streaming, communications or web surfing.You can also set any specific applications, choosing to prioritize or block accordingly. SmartSpeedLAN can feature automatic management options that use adaptive networking intelligence to ensure that you are getting the best online experience possible.
- USB 3.0
  Experience Fastest data transfers at 5 Gbps with USB 3.0--the new latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and backward compatible with previous USB 2.0 components.
- 5 Phase Power Phase Design
  5-phase VRM design with high quality power components such as low RDS (on) Mosfet for lower temperature has the advantage to raise the overclocking ability.
- BIO-Remote 2
  BIO-Remote2 Technology is featuring users a better Home Theater environment. Users who own either Android mobile or Apple goods are able to access and control your PC remotely; At this moment, you’re smart device became a intelligent and functional remote controller; more than that, BIO-Remote2 also includes both function of mouse pad and power point presentation mode. more...
- Charger Booster
  Charger booster is the best and efficient charger solution for apple devices such as iPad, iPhone. Basically, Charger booster Technology is able to boost the charging time to be more efficiency and faster once any apple goods connecting to our Motherboard. With charger booster technology, you are able to charge your apple devices up to 42 % faster. more...
Chipset-CPU Features
- Dual Channel DDR3
  It supports 2 or 4 DIMM Slots DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333. The processor support 2 memory channels and setting the memory multiplier, allows selection of the channel speed. These clearly uplift the band width and boost the overall system performance.
- HDMI with HDCP
  HDMI allows full video & audio support via standard DVI output. It has industry-leading high definition video quality.
  * Bundled DVI to HDMI adapter
- SATA 6Gb/s
  High Efficiency of Data transfer rate
  SATAIII 6Gbps provides a higher bandwidth to retrieve and transfer HD media. With this super speed data transfer, SATAIII allows an incredible data boost which is 2x faster than the SATA 3G.
BIOS-Software Features
- Exclusive offer!
  As an Biostar customer you can download MAGIX multimedia tools designed to enhance your music, videos and photos for free. From music and website creation to video editing and photo management. Four products that cover all of your multimedia needs. Simply do more with your media than you ever thought possible. more...
- What is simplicheck ?
  simplicheck is a small, intelligent tool by simplitec GmbH that scans your PC for optimal performance. Is poor configuration slowing your PC down? Are there errors that reduce system stability? Is your privacy protected? simplicheck is based on well-proven scanning technology that has proven successful in everyday customer use. simplitec GmbH benefits from 18 year of experience system software development. more...
- BullGuard Internet Security (90 days FREE trial)
  BullGuard Internet Security comes with the broadest line-up of internet security features on the market, including: a cutting-edge dual Antivirus engine, Online Backup for your precious files, PC Tune Up to speed up your system, a Game Mode for a seamless gaming experience, Parental Control, Firewall, Safe Browsing and many more. Make the most of your digital life with Bullguard!
- BIO-Flasher
  Update BIOS effortlessly from a USB flash disk before entering the OS.
  BIO-Flasher is a convenient BIOS update tool. Just launch this tool and put the BIOS on USB pen driver before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS with only a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy disk or other complicated flash utility.
- eHot-Line Utiltiy
  Integrated e-service automatically sends your technical support request to Biostar Globe tech support without any delay.
- BIOScreen Utility
  Personalize your desktop with customizable boot logo. BIOScreen is the new feature that lets you personalize and create your own style with unique, custom-made boot logo.
Other Features
- X.D.C (eXtreme Durable Capacitors)
  Biostar adopts low ESR and high ripple conductive solid state caps that provide sufficient, stable power supply to the CPU. The life span can also be more than 6.25 x of ordinary liquid caps.

Caution !!

The specification and pictures are subject to change without notice!

Chipset	AMD A85X
CPU SUPPORT	AMD A10 Processor AMD A8 Processor AMD A6 Processor AMD A4 Processor AMD E2 Processor AMD Athlon™ II X4 Processor Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power) : 100Watt
MEMORY	Support Dual Channel DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz 2 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot Max. Supports up to 32GB Memory
EXPANSION SLOT	1 x PCI-E x16 2.0 Slot 1 x PCI-E x1 2.0 Slot 1 x PCI Slots
STORAGE	6 x SATA3 Connector Support SATA RAID: 0,1,5,10
USB	2 x USB 3.0 Port 1 x USB 3.0 Header 2 x USB 2.0 Port 2 x USB 2.0 Header
LAN	Realtek RTL8111F - 10/100/1000 Controller
INTEGRATED VIDEO	By CPU model AMD Dual Graphics Technology Supports DX11 Supports HDCP
CODEC	Realtek ALC662 6-Channel HD Audio
REAR I/O	1 x PS/2 Mouse 1 x PS/2 Keyboard 2 x USB 3.0 Port 2 x USB 2.0 Port 1 x HDMI Connector 1 x VGA Port 1 x RJ-45 Port 3 x Audio Connector
INTERNAL I/O	1 x Printer Header 1 x USB 3.0 Header 2 x USB 2.0 Header 6 x SATA3 6Gb/s Connector 1 x Front Audio Header 1 x Front Panel Header 1 x CPU FAN Header 1 x System FAN Header 1 x Serial Header
DIMENSION	Micro ATX Form Factor Dimension: 24.4cm x 19.1cm ( W x L )
OS SUPPORT	Support Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
ACCESSORIES	2 x SATA Cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x DVD Driver 1 x Quick Guide
FEATURES	Windows 8 Ready Supports PURO Hi-Fi Supports Smart Speed LAN Supports BIO-Remote2 Supports 100% Solid capacitor Supports BIOS-Flasher Supports Charger Booster Supports BIOS Online Update

Caution !!

The specification and pictures are subject to change without notice!

If you plan to upgrade processor from your existing unit, please update bios first before changing or upgrading processors.

PCB Version : Ver. 6.1Export

Processor	Processor Model	sSpec/OPN#	CPU Speed	FSB/HT/BCLK	Watts
AMD A10	6800K *	AD680KWOA44HL	4100Mhz		100W
AMD A10	6800B *	AD680BWOA44HL	4100Mhz		100W
AMD A10	6700 *	AD6700OKA44HL	3700Mhz		65W
AMD A10	5800K	AD580KWOA44HJ	3800Mhz		100W
AMD A10	5700	AD5700OKA44HJ	3400Mhz		65W
AMD A10	3720	ZD372058A4451	3700Mhz		100W
AMD A10	3420	ZD342064A4451	3400Mhz		65W
AMD A8	6600K *	AD660KWOA44HL	3900Mhz		100W
AMD A8	6500 *	AD6500OKA44HL	3500Mhz		65W
AMD A8	5600K	AD560KWOA44HJ	3600Mhz		100W
AMD A8	5500	AD5500OKA44HJ	3200Mhz		65W
AMD A8	3520	ZD352058A4451	3500Mhz		100W
AMD A8	3220	ZD322064A4451	3200Mhz		65W
AMD A6	6400K *	AD640KOKA23HL	3900Mhz		65W
AMD A6	6400B *	AD640BOKA23HL	3900Mhz		65W
AMD A6	5400K	AD540KOKA23HJ	3600Mhz		65W
AMD A6	3680	ZD368064A2351	3600Mhz		65W
AMD A4	6300B *	AD630BOKA23HL	3700Mhz		65W
AMD A4	6300 *	AD6300OKA23HL	3700Mhz		65W
AMD A4	5300	AD5300OKA23HJ	3400Mhz		65W
AMD A4	4000 *	AD4000OKA23HL	3200Mhz		65W
AMD Athlon™ II X4	750K	AD750KWOA44HJ	3400Mhz		100W
AMD Athlon™ II X4	740	AD740XOKA44HJ	3200Mhz		65W
AMD Athlon™ II X4	730	AD730XOKA44HJ	2800Mhz		65W
AMD Athlon™ II X2	340X	AD340XOKA23HJ	3200Mhz		65W

Remark :

* To Ensure support AMD Richland CPU, please update to latest chipset driver and A85BO418.BSS or later BIOS.

This is not a full listing but a memory guide used for testing.

Brand	Model	Size	Type
A DATA	AXDU1600GC2G9-1G	2G	DDR3 1600
A DATA	AX3U1600GB2G9-BG	2G	DDR3 1600
A DATA	3CCD-1509A	4G	DDR3 1333
CORSAIR	CM3X1024-1333C9	1G	DDR3 1333
OCZ	OCZ3X1600R2LV4GK	2G	DDR3 1066
Princo	TB1600CL7D3-2GB	2G	DDR3 1600
Princo	TB1866CL8D3-2GB	2G	DDR3 1866
APACER	78.AAGD4.9KD	2G	DDR3 1866
APACER	78.B1GDE.9L10C	4G	DDR3 1333
APACER	AM5D5908C3HSBG	4G	DDR3 1333
APACER	AU02GFA33C9NBGC	2G	DDR3 1333
GEIL	M008H5664H1AHTHKT	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGBOX	EPO3256082200N-13	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTEK	PE802-15E	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTEK	KST3D1G1333	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTEK	KSTD3PC-10600	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGTIGER	T11CA0B4906	4G	DDR3 1600
KINGTIGER	IOH77D9MGJ	4G	DDR3 1333
KINGTIGER	KTG4G1600PG3	4G	DDR3 1600
SAMSUNG	M378B873DZ1-CF8	1G	DDR3 1066
SAMSUNG	M378B5673DZ1-CF8	2G	DDR3 1066
SAMSUNG	K4B2G0846C	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTON	J1108BABG-DJ-E	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9K2	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTON	9905403-005.A01LF	1G	DDR3 1066
KINGSTON	KHX16000D3T1K3/6GX	2G	DDR3 2000
KINGSTON	9905403-083.A00LF	2G	DDR3 1600
KINGSTON	D2568JENCNGD9U	4G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTON	KHX1800C9D3LK2/4GX	2G	DDR3 1866
KINGSTON	H5TQ2G83AFR	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGSTON	KVR1333D3N9	4G	DDR3 1333
KINGMAX	KFBBFNGXF	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGMAX	FLFE85F-C8KM9	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGMAX	KFBBFNL_XF	2G	DDR3 1333
KINGMAX	KFC8FNMCF	2G	DDR3 1333
ELIXIR	N2CB1G80CN-CG	2G	DDR3 1333
ELIXIR	M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG	4G	DDR3 1333
ELIXIR	M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG	2G	DDR3 1333
ELIXIR	N2CB2G80BN-CG	4G	DDR3 1333
TRANSCEND	H5TQ2G83BFR	4G	DDR3 1333
Winchip	GDF1GB18L150C8-2GK	1G	DDR3 1333
PATRIOT	PVT33G1333LLK	1G	DDR3 1333
PATRIOT	1DSH16-03A1F1C-16H	2G	DDR3 1333
PATRIOT	PM128M8D38U-15	2G	DDR3 1333
PATRIOT	PGS34G1600ELKA	2G	DDR3 1600
G.SKILL	F3-17600CL7D-4GBPIS	2G	DDR3 2200
G.SKILL	F3-14400CL9D-4GBFLS	2G	DDR3 1800
G.SKILL	F3-17000CL9D-4GBXMD	2G	DDR3 2133
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ	2G	DDR3 1600
G.SKILL	F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO	2G	DDR3 1333
G.SKILL	F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO	2G	DDR3 1600
Inferno	WJDLDC2G2560881-1333	2G	DDR3 1333
Inferno	WJDLDC2G12808HI-1333	2G	DDR3 1333

Manual

File	Download
AA85B-M2S & AA75B-M2S & AA55E-M2S_121212_B.zip

BIOS

Caution !!

We don't recommend the user to update the BIOS while the system is running in good condition. The failure of updating the BIOS due to improper operation will cause a damage of the system, BIOSTAR is assumed no responsibility. Please do not hesitate to contact us with E- Support if you have any question.

File	Description	File Size	Upload Date	Download
A85BO418.BSS	Support FM2 Richland CPU	4096 KB	2013-04-18
A85BOC22.BSS	Update BIOS code	4096 KB	2012-12-22
A85BOA30.BSS	Initial BIOS	4096 KB	2012-10-30

Bios Utility

Operating System	Version	Date	File Size	Download
Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ Server 2003 x86/ Server 2003 x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	1.9.4.8	2012-09-17	4.08 MB

BIOScreen

Operating System	Version	Date	File Size	Download
Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	0.9.2.9	2012-10-09	3.32 MB

Driver

Category	Description	Version	Date	File Size	Download
Chipset	Operating System:Windows 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	12.102.4.0000	2013-04-22	265.22 MB
	Operating System:Windows Vista x86/ Vista x64	12.102.4.0000_RC1	2013-04-22	259.75 MB
	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ XP MCE	9.000.100.2000	2013-04-22	197.25 MB
On-Board LAN	Operating System:Windows Vista x86/ Vista x64	6.252.1109.2012	2013-03-27	5.72 MB
	Operating System:Windows 7 x86/ 7 x64	7.065.1025.2012	2013-03-27	5.76 MB
	Operating System:Windows 8 x64/ 8 x86	8.007.1025.2012	2013-03-27	5.67 MB
	Operating System:Windows 2000/ XP x86/ XP x64/ XP MCE	5.808.1120.2012	2013-03-27	5.63 MB
On-Board Audio	Operating System:Windows 2000/ XP x86/ XP x64/ XP MCE	5.10.0.6662	2012-08-17	31.12 MB
On-Board Audio	Operating System:Windows Vista x86/ Vista x64/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	6.0.1.6662	2012-08-17	98.17 MB
Serial ATA RAID	Operating System:Windows Vista x86	3.3.1540.33	2013-04-22	178.55 KB
	Operating System:Windows Vista x64	3.3.1540.33	2013-04-22	206.45 KB
	Operating System:Windows 7 x86	3.3.1540.35	2013-04-22	178.88 KB
	Operating System:Windows 7 x64	3.3.1540.35	2013-04-22	206.78 KB
	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP MCE	3.3.1540.22	2013-04-22	139.04 KB
	Operating System:Windows XP x64	3.3.1540.22	2013-04-22	164.99 KB
Serial ATA AHCI	Operating System:Windows Vista x86	1.2.001.0337	2013-04-22	124.68 KB
	Operating System:Windows Vista x64	1.2.001.0337	2013-04-22	124.68 KB
	Operating System:Windows 7 x86	1.2.001.0337	2013-04-22	128.37 KB
	Operating System:Windows 7 x64	1.2.001.0337	2013-04-22	133.78 KB
	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP MCE	3.3.1540.22	2013-04-22	139.04 KB
	Operating System:Windows XP x64	3.3.1540.22	2013-04-22	164.99 KB
AMD RAIDXpert Driver	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	3.3.1540.20	2012-10-08	55.37 MB

Utility

Category	Description	Version	Date	File Size	Download
BIOSCreen Utility	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	0.9.2.9	2012-09-14	3.32 MB
BIOS Update Utility	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	1.9.4.7	2012-09-14	4.09 MB
eHot-Line Utility	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	0.9.0.8	2012-09-14	1.25 MB
Temperature Monitor Utility	Operating System:Windows XP x86/ XP x64/ Vista x86/ Vista x64/ XP MCE/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	1.0.0.4	2012-09-14	1.24 MB
Smart Speed LAN Utility	Operating System:Windows Vista x86/ Vista x64/ 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	1.0.0.1	2012-10-26	4.83 MB
SmartEAR Headphone Utility	Operating System:Windows 7 x86/ 7 x64/ 8 x64/ 8 x86	1.0.0.4	2012-10-26	3.76 MB