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Asus Q87T/CSM Desktop Motherboard - Intel Q87 Express Chipset - Socket H3 LGA-1150 - Mini ITXA compact, dependable Mini ITX motherboard built on the Intel Q87 Express chipset, designed to power small form factor PCs with 4th generation Intel Core processors. The Asus Q87T CSM combines essential expansion, solid onboard graphics support, and enterprise friendly stability in a slim footprintperfect for compact gaming rigs, home theater PCs, and space conscious workstations. Compact Mini ITX design with a robust feature set: The Asus Q87T CSM
A compact, dependable Mini-ITX motherboard built on the Intel Q87 Express chipset, designed to power small form factor PCs with 4th generation Intel Core processors. The Asus Q87T/CSM combines essential expansion, solid onboard graphics support, and enterprise-friendly stability in a slim footprint—perfect for compact gaming rigs, home theater PCs, and space-conscious workstations.
- Compact Mini-ITX design with a robust feature set: The Asus Q87T/CSM fits into compact cases without sacrificing core connectivity, delivering reliable performance for media centers, small offices, and space-constrained desktops. Its thoughtful layout and standard mini-ITX mounting ensure easy installation and tidy cable management, while maintaining room for essential upgrades and peripherals.
- Intel Q87 Express chipset and LGA1150 socket compatibility: Built around the Intel Q87 Express chipset and Socket H3 LGA1150, this motherboard is optimized for energy-efficient Haswell-based CPUs. It supports 4th Gen Intel Core processors (i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron) in the LGA1150 package, giving you a broad performance range—from multitasking and media editing to everyday productivity—paired with integrated iGPU for smooth graphics output.
- Flexible memory and storage options for modern workflows: The Q87T/CSM supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration, enabling faster data transfers and improved multitasking. Combined with multiple SATA 6Gb/s ports for HDDs and SSDs, you can configure a responsive boot drive and ample storage for applications and media. This flexibility makes it suitable for both multimedia workloads and office productivity, all within a compact build.
- Expansion and connectivity tailored for small form-factor builds: The motherboard offers a PCIe x16 slot for discrete graphics or other expansion cards, plus a PCIe x1 slot for additional I/O options. It provides USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, onboard Ethernet, and onboard audio to support modern peripherals and high-speed storage devices. Onboard graphics output from the Intel iGPU enables immediate display support, while the option to add a dedicated GPU lets you scale performance for gaming or GPU-accelerated tasks.
- Reliability, management, and user-friendly features: ASUS engineering brings stability and ease of use to compact systems. The board includes a straightforward UEFI BIOS with EZ Mode for quick setup, solid power delivery suitable for continuous operation, and comprehensive hardware monitoring to help you keep temperatures and voltages in check. For builders prioritizing quiet operation and long-term value, the Q87T/CSM offers a dependable foundation with clear upgrade paths and robust driver support.
Technical Details of Asus Q87T/CSM Desktop Motherboard
- Chipset: Intel Q87 Express
- CPU Socket: LGA 1150 (Socket H3)
- Form Factor: Mini-ITX
- Memory Support: DDR3 SDRAM, dual-channel
- CPU Support: 4th Generation Intel Core processors (i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron) in the LGA1150 package
- Expansion Slots: PCI Express x16 and PCI Express x1
- Storage: SATA 6Gb/s ports for HDDs/SSDs
- Graphics: Onboard graphics output via Intel integrated graphics (iGPU)
- Networking: Integrated Ethernet port
- Audio: Onboard multi-channel audio
- USB Connectivity: USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports
- BIOS: UEFI BIOS with ASUS EZ Mode
How to install Asus Q87T/CSM
- Prepare your workspace and safety: unplug power, discharge static, and gather the components you need—Q87T/CSM motherboard, compatible CPU, cooler, memory, power supply, and case.
- Install the CPU into the LGA1150 socket: align the processor with the socket notches, place it gently, and secure the locking lever. Apply thermal paste as required and mount the cooler according to its instructions to ensure proper cooling.
- Install memory modules: insert DDR3 DIMMs into the dual-channel memory slots, ensuring they click into place with even pressure on both sides for a stable memory channel.
- Mount the motherboard in the case: align the I/O shield with the back of the case, position the motherboard over the standoffs, and secure it with screws. Connect front-panel connectors (power, reset, LEDs) to the appropriate headers as described in the motherboard manual.
- Attach power and storage components: connect the 24-pin ATX and 8-pin CPU power cables from the power supply, install SATA data and power cables for drives, and add any PCIe expansion cards if needed. Attach USB and front-panel USB headers as required.
- First boot and BIOS setup: power on and enter the UEFI BIOS. Load optimized defaults, configure boot order to your OS installation media, and enable features like XMP if your memory supports it. Save changes and exit, then install the operating system and all necessary drivers from the ASUS support site to ensure full chipset, audio, LAN, and USB functionality.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What CPUs are supported by the Asus Q87T/CSM? A: It supports 4th Generation Intel Core processors in the LGA1150 socket, including i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron SKUs.
- Q: What is the form factor of this motherboard? A: Mini-ITX, designed for compact builds and small form-factor cases.
- Q: Can I overclock with this motherboard? A: The Q87 Express chipset paired with non-K CPU models does not support CPU overclocking; this board focuses on stability, efficiency, and reliable everyday performance rather than manual overclocking.
- Q: How many storage options does it provide? A: It features multiple SATA 6Gb/s ports to connect hard drives and solid-state drives for operating systems, applications, and media libraries.
- Q: Does it include built-in Wi-Fi? A: Built-in Wi-Fi is not typical for this model; you can add wireless functionality via a PCIe Wi-Fi card or USB wireless adapter if required.
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★★★★★ 5
OUTSTANDING
Format: Kindle
This was very, very good. The world is vast and characters are complex. There is a good plot with a whole lot going on. This is well written. Good twists and turns and some heart breaking moments. You will love these characters, they have heart and loyalty. I am hoping that there will be several more books. We've yet to see anything from the Sea Court but only a mention of them here and there. The Wood Court was given a quick couple of scenes, and only as far as some warriors, we've yet to enter their court and the Shadow Court, I'm not sure if they will be a force for good or bad, but they definitely will play a much bigger role moving forward. This is primarily the Ice and Air Courts. Told in multiple views, which I loved, it gives you a chance to see things from different eyes. There's alot of political maneuvering and deception. I loved it and will pick up the next book as it becomes available. If you like The Fae and the courts, you should love this. I think the author has mucn in store for us.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2020
★★★★★ 4
Definitely worth the read!
Format: Kindle
After taking a deep breath and taking in that wicked twist of an ending, I have finally composed myself. My first thought when I started this book was that I love Reyna's character. I was intrigued by her connection with her familiar and the Ruin that is plaguing her land. It came as no surprise that she took her sister's place in an attempt to protect her. When they reach the Air Court everything slows down. This is where it was iffy for me. First of all, I like multiple POV's in books however 7 is a bit much. It starts to interrupt the story line. I felt like I was finally making progress connecting with one character, then it was switched to another person. I felt they all had necessary or pertinent information but not necessarily were they all POV worthy. The only other thing that annoyed me was that Reyna constantly was " trapped." She would rush off without thinking, only to need rescuing. She is brilliant in a fight, but she really doesn't think through anything. Lorcan is amazing. I know he might be on the "bad" list, but his background is so interesting. Eislyn(Reyna's sister) is really so sweet, but calculating. I enjoyed her and Thane's dialogue. The author did an amazing job with the imagery in this book. Everything was so detailed it was easy to fall into the scene. I love unexpected twists and while part of the ending I expected, I wasn't expecting how it took place. All in all, I found it very entertaining and I am very invested in continuing this series.
Favorite quotes:
"The truth may be twisted but never false."
"Who was she if she was not the enemy of the Air Court? What was her purpose of she no longer has that?"
"In a war-torn land, love was always a lie."
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2020
★★★★★ 5
Great Read!!! Great story!!!
Format: Kindle
The series is long, but Ms. Wolfhart does a fantastic job of weaving this tale while bringing so much to the characters. Surprises and plot twists along the way to keep you intrigued. There is some graphic sex, but is no way the focal point. Grammar was excellent (a rare find with a lot of self publishers) with only a few noted errors. I rarely give 4 stars, let alone 5.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2021
★★★★★ 3
Sadly, DNF
Format: Kindle
I read this thru KU. I LOVED the synopsis. And then I began reading... and it was a DNF at 68% after picking it up and putting it down several times because I really loved the main female character.
*****SPOILERS*****
Pros:
The world is unique, intriguing and fun. The primary female character is bad-a** but not a b*tech or a mary sue. The primary female has depth. I really want to know what happens to her even tho it's been weeks and I don't remember her name. The villains to the point I read are pretty good -- an ever present threat of mysterious and possibly many culprits.
Cons:
Way, way too many points of view. I stopped counting at 7. It's the prime reason why I don't care about most of the characters or remember their names even when I like them. There's just too many points of view so almost none of the characters have enough book space for the author to properly develop them. This literally killed the book for me. Actually it killed my desire to read. For weeks.
The main male is more villain than hero. He agreed to marry the main female then locks her up & eschews her for her sister, all while bad mouthing her as unfit to rule when he never spent any time with her getting to know her. He is actually unfit to rule as he is blind to the woes of his own kingdom and starts off a peace mission to secure a ceasefire through marriage by murdering an inn full of people in her country for no real reason. Plus, he constantly makes promises he does not keep. And it's gross of him to pine for the sister behind the main female's back.
*****
As much as I really wanted to see what happened to the main female character, it wasn't enough for me to keep trying to slog thru this book. There was a lot of potential here that just fell short.
Hence, 3 stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Fae Courts with High Intrigue
Format: Kindle
This book is one that just builds and builds and then surprises you to no end. You may think you know the villains and then you are jolted in another direction. Princess Reyna is a real gem, strong of character, a fierce fighter, and loyal to her family and kingdom. Just when you think she and Lorcan, well you know, the plot is flipped. Can't wait to see where this goes in book two.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2023