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1. ley The 3rd Generation CPU required You must install at least one module in any of the two slots Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard Handle the modules only by their edges Do not touch the components or metal parts Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules Installing the Motherboard 13 Installation Procedure Refer to the following to install the memory modules 1 2 3 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down Align the memory module with the slot The DIMM slots are keyed with notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be installed correctly Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it seats correctly The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM Install any remaining DIMM modules For reference only Installing the Motherboard 14 Expansion Slots Installing Add on Cards The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard s features and capabilities With these efficient facilities you can in crease the motherboard s capabilities by adding h
2. 3 Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard 4 For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit 5 Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard 6 Check that the 12V power amp ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place b Power is on fans are running but there is no display 1 Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC 2 Check the VGA adapter card if applicable is inserted properly 3 Listen for beep sounds If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected a continuous 3 short beeps memory not detected b 1 long beep and 8 short beeps VGA not detected c The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up 1 The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself Ensure the CPU fan is working properly 61 62 2 From the BIOS setting try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan Startup problems after prolong use After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD CPU fan etc The following ti
3. Processor The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following features Accommodates the latest Intel CoreTM Family Pentium Celeron pro cessors in the LGA1155 package Supports Hyper Threading technology CPU One PCI Express x16 slot Supports 22nm amp 32nm Intel Core micro architecture DMI 5 0GT s Hyper Threading technology enables the operating system into thinking it s hooked up to two processors allowing two threads to be run in parallel both on separate logical processors within the same physical processor Chipset The Intel H61 Chipset is a single chip with proven reliability and performance Support two PCI Express x1 slots Integrated four SATA 3 0 Gb s Host Controller Eight USB 2 0 ports supported Serial Peripheral Interface SPI support Integrated Graphics Support with PAVP 1 5 Intel High Definition Audio Controller Memory Supports DDR3 1600 1333 1066 DDR3 SDRAM with Dual channel ar chitecture Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB Ley The 3rd Generation CPU required Audio 5 1 2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec Meets Microsoft WLP3 x Windows Logo Program audio requirements All DACs supports 44 1k 48k 96k 192kHz sample rate Software selectable 2 5V 3 2V 4 0V VREFOUT Direct Sound 3D compatible Power Support Digital 3 3V Analog 5 0V Introducing the Motherboard Onboard LAN Optional
4. The onboard LAN provides the following features TM pg Supports PCI Express Integrated 10 100 1000 transceiver Wake on LAN and remote wake up support Supports PCI Express 1 1 Integrated 10 100 transceiver Wake on LAN and remote wake up support Expansion Options The motherboard comes with the following expansion options One PCI Express x16 slot for Graphic Interface Two PCI Express x1 slots d Four SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors Integrated I O The motherboard has a full set of I O ports and connectors One LAN port One D sub VGA port Four USB 2 0 ports One PS 2 keyboard and PS 2 mouse connectors Audio jacks for microphone line in and 6 ch line out BIOS Firmware This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system features including the following Power management Wake up alarms CPU parameters CPU and memory timing Graphic parameters The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock speeds 1 Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change without prior notice 2 Due to chipset limitation we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 C Introducing the Motherboard Specifications CPU LGA1155 socket for the latest Intel Core Family Pentium Celeron processors DMI 5 0GT s Chipset Intel H61 Chipset Memory Dual channel DDR3 m
5. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span 6 If possible ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices 63 yejse1 pue SOIND Y19 esas pue 3905 M 01 19 uuo2 JO YMS NSd uo WNL Sumes solg Ajpow Jaye 9 qeisun JO 14635 01 12 uu s S VIAM 1263002 lt uu qoid pieog VIAM Deluoo lt uu qoid pieoq J p4eoq 10 Sd YUM Wa qold uo paUn s YIYMS NSd pue pa8njid si p103 J wod Jy 9Ke dsip seu Jopuow JI 2d ay eio pa12auuoo s 4emod AZT nd2 J xpaup pue SOND 310 pa1283ep Jou V9A sdaaq Yoys g pue daaq 8uo T J aul 24 Kowa Jo papasu Ajjadoid you Aiowaw WIG sdeaq yoys j punos daag Auy SOINDY19 01 p u 10443 dnyas SOIN wa qoud QAH nss 3IA p jesaydiag VINY 1263000 ez J uei1sai pue SOIND 819 U 1S SOd 32 HEH j1eq2A40 Sunooqso qno 3seq ON Aejdsip sey Joyuoui ji 4984 Suppow s Sd HUN A ddns Jamog J pau tels 01 I 3d 3nq passaid si uonng i wod 64 Trouble Shooting
6. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature Resume By PME Disabled The system can be turned off with a software command If you enable this item the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI Modem or PCI LAN card You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature Use this item to do wake up action if inserting the PCI card Resume By USB2 0 S3 Disabled This item allows you to enable disable the USB device wakeup function from S3 mode Resume By PS2 KB S3 Disabled This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode Resume By PS2 MS S3 Disabled This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode EUP Support Enabled This item allows user to enable or disable EUP support Power LED Type Dual Color LED This item shows the type of the power LED Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS 33 ACPI Setting The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WEWN Advanced Behr M RR ERU EI NEST GS E gt ACPI Settings Selectthe highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed Select Screen 11 Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 P
7. 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced Chipset M I B Ill T Windows 7 or other OS Boot Configuration Boal policy for Legacy OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Windows 8 Boot Policy for Launch Storage OpROM Enabled UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Bootup NumLock State On Module CSM Quiet Boot Enabled Boot mode select LEGACY Manual User customized CSM parameters amp boot Set Boot Priority policy Boot Option 1 Hard Disk Boot Option 2 CD DVD Boot Option 3 USB Floppy Boot Option 4 USB CD DVD Boot Option 5 USB Hard Disk Boot Option 6 USB Flash Boot Option 7 Network Hard Disk Drive Priorities Press Enter 7 Select Screen CD DVD ROM Drive Priorities Press Enter I Select Item USB Floppy Drive Priorities Press Enter Enter Select USB CD DVD ROM Drive Priorities Press Enter Change Opt USB HardDisk Drive Priorities Press Enter F1 General Help USB Flash Drive Priorities Press Enter F2 Previous Values Network Device Priorities Press Enter F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit gt CSM parameters Press Enter ESC Exit 229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Boot Configuration This item shows the information of the Boot Configuration Operation System Select Windows7 or other OS This item is used to select the operation system Launch PXE OpROM Disabled The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM Launch Storage OpROM Ena
8. 3 5 is required eDLU ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers mo E z fS ELITEGROUP ili eBLU ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check mark Click install button to install System Information Processor Motherboard 2000000 BS American Magatrends inc Operating System Micrsoft Windows XOU XXbit Recommended Updates Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 is required Using the Motherboard Software Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips a System does not power up and the fans are not running 1 Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card DDR memory LAN USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse Leave only the motherboard CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running 2 Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case This is to prevent damage from short circuit
9. Boot Security Exit PCH Configuration Select AC power state when power is re applied after a power failure Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled Select Screen 1l Select Item Case Open Warning Disabled Enter Select Chassis Opened No Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Restore AC Power Loss Power Off This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status Audio Configuration This item shows the information of the audio configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio Case Open Warning Disabled This item enables or disables the warning if the case is opened up and the item below indicates the current status of the case Chassis Opened No This item indicates whether the case has been opened Press lt Esc gt to return to the Chipset Menu page Using BIOS 45 gt ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced M I B Ill Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME FW Version 8 1 0 1248 Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Op
10. Publisher Unknown File origin CD DVD drive v Show details Manual Installation If the auto install DVD ROM does not work on your system you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS for example Windows Explorer Look for the chipset and motherboard model and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers Most drivers have a setup program SETUP EXE that automatically detects your operating system before installation Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file README TXT or README DOC for information on installing the driver or software for your oper ating system ECS Utility Software Intelligent EZ Utility ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O S which makes your computing more easily and conveniently These software s are subject to change at anytime without prior notice Please refer to the support disk for available software Using the Motherboard Software 60 eSF eSF Smart Fan utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC s system loading and temperature It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment 4b Microsoft NET Framework
11. fan of 1 1A 2 2A 26 4W max at 12V SYS FAN System Cooling FAN Power Connector Signal Name Function 1 GND System Ground 12V Power 12V 3 Sense Sensor ATX_POWER ATX 24 pin Power Connector Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 3 3V 13 3 3V 2 3 3V 14 12V 3 Ground 15 Ground 4 5V 16 PS ON 5 Ground 17 Ground 6 5V 18 Ground 7 Ground 19 Ground 8 PWRGD 20 5V 9 5VSB 21 5V 10 12V 22 5V 11 12V 23 5V 12 3 3V 24 Ground Installing the Motherboard ATX12V ATX 12V Power Connector Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 Ground 3 12V 4 12V SPK Internal speaker Pin Signal Name 1 VCC 2 Key 3 GND 4 Signal Installing the Motherboard 23 24 Front Panel Header The front panel header F PANEL provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases Refer to the table below for informa tion 10 F PANEL Pin Signal Function Pin Signal Function HD_LED_P HarddiskLED 2 FPPWR SLP MSG LED HD LED N Harddisk LED 4 FP PWR SLP MSGLED RST SW N Reset Switch 6 PWR SW P Power Switch RST SW P Reset Switch 8 PWR SW N Power Switch RSVD Reserved 10 Key Nopin x i alo MSG LED dual color or single color Hard Drive Activity LED Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted L
12. for stereo line out singal The third jack is for microphone Installing the Motherboard 21 Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case you can begin connecting the motherboard components Refer to the following Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU FAN Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX POWER Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F PANEL Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS FAN Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V Connect the case speaker cable to SPK O O gt Q N Arxi2v Cl CPU FAN OO T ATX_POWER ooo 1 s SYS FAN F PANEL Connecting 24 pin power cable The ATX 24 pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2 x power supply With ATX v2 x power supply users please note that when installing 24 pin power cable the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly 24 pin power cable Installing the Motherboard 22 Connecting 4 pin power cable The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU Y When installing 4 pin power cable the latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P y match perfectly 4 pin power cable CPU_FAN CPU cooling FAN Power Connector Pin Signal Name Function 1 GND System Ground 2 4 12V Power 12V 3 Sense Sensor 4 PWM PWM Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling
13. manufacture s website for updated manual Using BIOS 27 28 Main Menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program the main menu appears giving you an overview of the basic system information Select an item and press Enter to display the submenu Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main YUYU Su S ss TU e ETT ur UU BIOS Information Choose the system default language System Date Mon 09 10 2012 System Time 21 54 45 Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit System Language This item is used to set system language System Date amp Time The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer If you are running a Windows OS these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility Using BIOS Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WET Advanced sulis INE TSS ST NIST T8 s LAN Configuration Parameters p PC Health Status P Power Management Setup p ACPI Settings P CPU Configuration Select Screen p SATAConfiguration 1l Select Item p USB Configuration Enter Select p Super lO Configuration Ch
14. perma nently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components that are run beyond the rated limits 2 Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components This motherboard has an LGA1155 socket When choosing a processor consider the performance requirements of the system Performance is based on the processor design the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory Fail Safe Procedures for Over clocking When end users encounter failure after attempting over clocking please take the following steps to recover from it 1 Shut down the computer 2 Press and hold the Page Up Key PgUp of the keyboard and then boot the PC up 3 Two seconds after the PC boots up release the Page Up Key PgUp 4 The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself Installing the Motherboard CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components A Disengaging of the Load Lever Press the hook of lever down and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab B Opening of the Load Plate Lift the tail of the load lever Rotate the load plate to fully open position C Removing the Cap Be careful not to touch the contact at any time D Inserting the Package Grasp the package Ensure to
15. this item and press Enter and view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced M I B Ill Boot Security Exit Select DVMT 5 0 Pre Allocated System Agent Configuration ve Fixed Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics DVMT Memory 256M Device IGD Multi Monit Disabled UAE Disabled Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc IGD Memory 64M This item shows the information of the IGD Internal Graphics Device memory DVMT Memory 256M When set to Fixed Mode the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory according to system and graphics requirements IGD Multi Monitor Disabled This item enables or disables IGD Internal Graphics device multi monitor Press lt Esc gt to return to the Chipset Menu page Using BIOS 40 Multi Monitor technology Multi Monitor technology can help you to increase the area available for programs running on a single computer system through using multiple display devices It is not only to increase larger screen viewing but aslo to improving personal productivity Intel Integrated Graphics PCI Express Graphics Please note that Multi Moni
16. 0 NC Not connected indicated above A different pin assignment may cause damage or system Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as hang up Installing the Motherboard CASE Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS Short Chassis cover is removed Open Chassis coveris closed J ME UNLOCK ME Unlock Header Short Unlock Open Lock COM Onboard serial port header Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system Pin Signal Name Function 1 DCDB Data Carrier Detect 2 SINB Serial Input 3 SOUTB UART B Serial Output 4 DTRB UART B Data Terminal Ready 5 GND Ground 6 DSRB Data Set Ready T RTSB RART B Request to Send 8 CTSB Clear to Send 9 RI Ring Indicator 10 Key No pin Installing the Motherboard 19 Installing a SATA Hard Drive This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive About SATA Connectors Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives SATA refers to Serial ATA Advanced Technology Attachment is the standard inter face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation Locate the SATA c
17. 3 SATA2 SATA1 ROC ME UNLOCK 1 F_AUDIO F_AUDIO Front Panel Audio header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front oriented microphone and line out ports for easier access Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 PORT1L 2 AUD_GND 3 PORTIR 4 PRESENCE 5 PORT2R 6 SENSE1 RETURN 7 SENSE SEND 8 KEY L 9 PORT2L 10 SENSE2 RETURN Installing the Motherboard 17 SATA1 4 Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3 0Gb s device simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 Ground 2 TX 3 TX 4 Ground 5 RX 6 RX 7 Ground F_USB1 2 Front Panel USB 2 0 headers The motherboard has two USB 2 0 headers supporting four USB 2 0 ports Addition ally some computer cases have USB 2 0 ports at the front of the case If you have this kind of case use auxiliary USB 2 0 connector to connect the front mounted ports to the motherboard Pin Signal Name Function 1 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power 2 USBPWR Front Panel USB Power 3 USB FP P0 USB Port 0 Negative Signal 4 USB FP Pi USB Port 1 Negative Signal 5 USB FP P0 USB Port 0 Positive Signal 6 USB FP P1 USB Port 1 Positive Signal 7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 Key Nopin 1
18. Display 2 DELLU2410 Resolution 1920x 1200 recommended w Orientation Landscape Multiple displays Disconnect this display Extend desktop to this display A You mustselect Disconnect this display inges Make this my main aispiay Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should choose OK Cancel Apply Using BIOS Change the apprearance of your displays Display 3 AL1717 Y Resolution 1920 x 1200 recommended Orientation Landscape Multiple displays Disconnect this display v AX You must selectApply before making additional changes Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should choose OK Cancel Apply QS gt Control Panel AII Control Panel Items Change the apprearance of your displays O m Display 3 AL1717 v Resolution 1920x 1200 recommended Orientation Landscape y Multiple displays Extend desktop to this display w A You must selectApply before making additional changes Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should choose OK Cancel Apply Using BIOS 43 44 gt PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced M I B IlI
19. ED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive For the LED to function properly an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI hard drive activity LED connector Power Sleep Message waiting LED Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual color front panel mounted LED provides power on off sleep and message waiting indication Reset Switch Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary contact switch that is normally open When the switch is closed the board resets and runs POST Power Switch Supporting the power on off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momen tary contact switch that is normally open The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off The time requirement is due to internal de bounce circuitry After receiving a power on off signal at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on off signal This concludes Chapter 2 The next chapter covers the BIOS Installing the Motherboard Chapters Using BIOS About the Setup Utility The computer uses the latest American Megatrends Inc BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS The BIOS Basic Input and Out
20. Intel SpeedStep Technology CPU Frequency 1 100 MHz 10000 CPU Ratio 31 Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc CPU Frequency 1 100 MHz 10000 This item shows the information of CPU Frequency CPU Ratio 31 This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio Using BIOS Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Press lt Esc gt to return to the M I B III Menu page gt Chipset OverClocking Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced urad M L B Il Boot Security Exit ate 4 The selection of Performance Memory Multiplier Configuration Wesen TEN ES memory sizing behavior Memory Timing Configuration CAS Latency tCL 8 RAS to CAS Delay tRCD 8 Row Precharge Time tRP 8 RAS Active Time tRAS 24 Write Recovery Time tWR 10 Row Refresh Cycle Time tRFC 74 Active to Active Delay tRRD 4 7 Select Screen Write to Read Delay tWTR 5 11 Select Item Read CAS Precharge tRTP 5 Enter Select Four Active Window Delay tFAW 20 l Value F1 General Help Intel Graphics Configuration F2 P
21. Preface Copyright This publication including all photographs illustrations and software is protected under international copyright laws with all rights reserved Neither this manual nor any of the material contained herein may be reproduced without written consent of the author Version 1 0C Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice The manufac turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes Trademark Recognition Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp MMX Pentium Pentium II Pentium III Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged Federal Communications Commission FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency en
22. Save as User Defaults F1 General Help Restore User Defaults F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults Boot Override F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Save Changes and Exit This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and exit Discard Changes and Exit This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit Save Changes and Reset This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and reset Discard Changes and Reset This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and reset Save Options This item enables you to save the options that you have made Save Changes This item enables you to save the changes that you have made Discard Changes This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made Restore Defaults This item enables you to restore the system defaults Save as User Defaults This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults Restore User Defaults This item enables you to restore user defaults Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device Using BIOS Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer s Web site New BIOS provides support for new peripherals improve ments in performance or fixes for known bugs Install new BIOS as follows 1 If your motherboard has a BIOS
23. VMT 5 0 Pre Allocated 9 Fixed Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics DVMT Memory 256M Device IGD Multi Monitor Disabled f I Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Using BIOS 41 42 Step 4 Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7 8 1 Enter the Control Panel menu select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution then appears the following screen Show the path of the setting location Display devices OX Control Panel AIl Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Search Control Panel eS Change the apprearance of your displays Detect Identify Display Resolution 1920x1200 recommended Orientation Landscape Multiple displays C Extend desktop to this display This is currently your main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should choose Cancel Apply The type of the display Set the multiple displays 2 Select display devices set the multiple displays option and to extend destop for display Multi Monitor technology O x Search Control Panel gt Screen Resolution Change the apprearance of your displays E
24. all Select the features you want to install clear the features you do not want to install Description Release Date 2004 05 28 Intel Chipset Software Installation Utiity Version 6 0 0 1011 Space Required on C 40785 K Space Available on C 29063888 K installshield lt Back Next gt Cancel 3 Check the box next to the items you want to install The default options are recommended 4 Click Next to run the Installation Wizard An item installation screen appears cse em cres Welcome to the InstallShield R Wizard for Intel R Chipset Software Installation Utility Welcome to the Intel Chipset Software Installation tity This utity wil enable Plug amp Play INF support for Intel chipset components 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence Follow the onscreen instructions confirm commands and allow the computer to restart a few times to complete the installation Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart you must select Desktop in the bottom left to install the next driver Calendar ecs test Using the Motherboard Software 59 Windows 7 8 will appear below UAC User Account Control message after the system restart You must select Yes to install the next driver Continue this process to complete the drivers installation Program name ChPrio exe
25. ange Opt p Intel R Smart Connect Technology F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN related information that the BIOS automatically detects Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Fl Advanced Blei EM Bn SS EST T1 A C a Enable Disable Onboard LAN LAN Configuration Controller Network Stack Enabled Select Screen Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled 1l Select Item Ipv6 PXE Support Enabled Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Use this item to enable or disable the Onboard LAN Network stack Enabled Use this item to enable or disable UEFI network stack Ipv4 6 PXE Support Enabled Use these items to enable Ipv4 6 PXE Boot Support If disabled Ipv4 6 PXE boot option will not be created Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS 29 30 PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages temperatures and fan speeds Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WEE Adva
26. ardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system 223 D PCIEX16 Slot m mmm 1 aaa PCIE1 Slot minime annnm mansa maa PCIE2 Slot x mis iein PCIEX16 Slot The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install an external PCI Express graphics card PCIE1 2 Slots The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Ex press Base Specification revision 2 0 Before installing an add on card check the documentation for the card carefully If the card is not Plug and Play you may have to manually configure the card before installation Installing the Motherboard Follow these instructions to install an add on card 1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use 2 Install the edge connector of the add on card into the expansion slot Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot 3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw i Audio Dual Giaa ers For reference only 1 For some add on cards for example graphics adapters and network adapters you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add on card 2 The onboard PCI interface does not support 64 bit SCSI cards Installing the Motherboard 15 16 Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard s optional devices 1 S SPI DEBUG 2 j SATA4 SATA
27. ation Technology Enabled When disabled a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vandor Pool Technology CPU C3 Report Disabled Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3 ACPI C2 report to OS CPU C6 Report Enabled Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6 ACPI C3 report to OS Enhanced Halt C1E Enabled Use this item to enable the CPU energy saving function when the system is not running Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc DESI Advanced Blleili 2 Seg RR RUE DT MES E gt SATA Configuration Determines how SATA controller s operate SATAPort1 Not Present SATAPort2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present Select Screen SATAPort4 Not Present 11 Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc SATA Mode IDE Mode Use this item to select SATA mode SATA Port 1 4 Not Present This motherboard supports four SATA channel and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel H61 Chipset is not fully support AHCI Mode HW support only Press lt Esc
28. ben Connecting Case Components sese Front Panel Header bte edis 24 Chapter 3 28 Using BIOS 25 ABout the Setup Utility ene De Renee 25 The Standard Configuration e see 25 Entering the Setup Utility isi 25 Resetting the Default CMOS Values sss 26 Using BIOS uu 26 BIOS Navigation Key ie aee aanashhwaqq dats Repas desees ehem teen 27 Main Menu Advanced Memi uuu p s eec otv eus a nude 29 lii iv Chipset Menu esses 39 M I B III MB Intelligent BIOS III Menu 46 Boot Menu SECUND MHIL scenic umanan duet n Sas e Exit Menu Updatingthe BIOS leirin a EEEE 55 Chapter 4 9 Using the Motherboard Software 57 Auto installing under Windows XP 7 8 sess 57 R nning Setups aasitao iiic m eer ctii EO ends 57 Manual Iastallalion rotta i P Ree 59 ECS Utility Software asasapananqaqpanaqqaqhanassh 59 Chapter 5 61 Trouble Shooting 61 Start up problems during assembly sss 61 Start up problems after prolong use 62 Maintenance and care tips esseeeeeeeete tenente Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the H61H2 M12 motherboard This motherboard is a high performance enhanced function mot
29. bled The item enables or disables launch Storage Option ROM Bootup NumLock State On This item enables you to select NumLock state Quiet Boot Enabled This item enables or disables quiet boot Boot mode select LEGACY Use this item to select boot mode Set Boot Priority This item enables you to set boot priority for all boot devices Boot Option 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 These items show the boot priorities Using BIOS 90 Hard Disk CD DVD ROM USB Floppy USB CD DVD ROM USB HardDisk USB Flash Network Boot Drive Priorities These items enable you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system Press Enter to see the submenu CSM parameters OpROM execution boot options filter etc gt CSM parameters Scroll to this item and press lt Enter gt to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced Chipset M I B III Security Exit This option controls if CSM Boot option filter UEFI and Legacy will be launched Launch PXE OpROM policy Do not launch Launch Storage OpROM policy Legacy only Launch Video OpROM policy Legacy only 7 Other PCI device ROM priority Legacy OpROM Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Launch CSM This option c
30. charge tRTP 5 This item controls the Read to PRECHARGE delay for memory devices in memory clock cycles Four Active Window Delay tFAW 20 This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles Intel Graphics Configuration This item shows the information of Intel Graphics Configutation Graphics Core Ratio Limit 22 This item allows you to control the internal GFX Turbo ratio Graphics Voltage 1 256 0 This item allows you to adjust the internal GFX Voltage Press lt Esc gt to return to the M I B III Menu page B O M P Technology Enabled This item allows users to enable or disable B O M P technology This function can run safe setting to setup menu when system boot fail 3 times Auto Detect DIMM PCI CIk Enabled When this item is enabled BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM PCI slots Spread Spectrum Enabled If you enable spread spectrum it can significantly reduce the EMI Electro Magnetic Interference generated by the system Intel R Core TM i3 2100 CPU 3 10GHz This is display only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer Processor Speed 3100 MHz This item shows the CPU speed Memory Frequency 1333 MHz This item shows the memory frequency Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 This item shows the total momery of DDR3 Using BIOS Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C
31. des enough DIMM 5VDUAL voltage before selecting the DIMM 5VDUAL function 3 It is required that users place the USBPWR F1 amp USBPWR RI cap onto 2 3 pin rather than 1 2 pin as default if you want to wake up the computer by USB PS2 KB Mouse Installing the Motherboard 10 Installing Hardware Installing the Processor Caution When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface mount resis tors with the clip of the cooling fan If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard you may cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components On most motherboards there are small surface mount resistors near the processor socket which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly installed Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips Also install the cooling fan in a well lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket Before installing the Processor This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system bus frequency for the processor You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility We strongly recommend that you do not over clock processors or other components to run faster than their rated speed Warning 1 Over clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the system and introduce errors into your system Over clocking can
32. emory architecture 2 x 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB Supports 1600 1333 1066 DDR3 SDRAM Le The 3rd Generation CPU required Expansion 1 x PCI Express x16 slot Slots 2 x PCI Express x1 slots Storage Supported by Intel H61 Express Chipset 4 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s devices Audio VIA VT1705CE 6 Ch HD audio CODEC i Compliant with HD audio specification LAN Atheros AR8152 B 10 100 Lan Atheros AR8151 B Gigabit Lan Optional Rear Panel I O 4 x USB 2 0 ports 1 x D sub VGA 1 x RJ45 LAN connector 1 x Audio port Line in microphone in line out 1 x PS 2 keyboard amp PS 2 mouse connectors Internal I O 7 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Supply connector Connectors amp 1 x 4 pin ATX Power Supply connector Headers 1 x 4 pin CPU_FAN connector 1 x 3 pin SYS FAN connector 2 x USB 2 0 headers support additional four USB 2 0 ports 4 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors x COM header 1 x Case Open header B 1 x ME UNLOCK header 1 x Speaker header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Front Panel switch LED header 1 x Front Panel audio header 1 x LDC header System BIOS AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM Support Multi language BIOS Utility Support ECS M I B III Utility AP support Support eBLU eDLU eSF Warning Microsoft NET Frame work 3 5 is required Form Factor Mini ATX Size 225mm x 170mm Introducing the Motherboard Motherboa
33. er Password Status Not Install This item shows user password installed or not System Mode state Setup This item shows system mode setup or not Secure Boot state Disabled This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state Secure Boot Enabled This item is used to control the secure boot flow it is possible only if system runs in User Mode Secure Boot Mode Custom This item is used to select secure boot mode when you select standard mode secure boot policy is fixed when you select custom mode the image execution policy and secure boot key databases are changeable Using BIOS gt Image Execution Policy Scroll to this item to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc DET EET ME 01151 M ss SE T Md Security ME 514 Image Execution Policy per device path on Security Violation Note Option ROM Deny Execute Onl E ly users logged with Removable Media Deny Execute Fane Fixed Media Deny Exocutol Administrative password can exercise Query User policy setting Select Screen 1l Selectitem Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Internal FV Option ROM Removable Media Fixed Media Always Execute Deny Execute These items allow you to select image execution po
34. ergy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful inter ference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system s manu facturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Preface Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all
35. for quiet environment If you choose Silent mode the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly If you choose Manual mode the fan speed will be adjust depending on users parameters Press lt Esc gt to return to the PC Health Status page Using BIOS 31 System Component Characteristics These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events such as CPU amp DIMM voltage CPU fan speed etc CPU Fan Speed CPU Voltage AXG Voltage DIMM Voltage Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS 32 Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WEtmAdvanced Bielius MN EST S RU Power Management Setup About Resume by Ring Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB2 0 S3 Disabled Resume By PS2 KB S3 Disabled Select Screen Resume By PS2 MS S3 Disabled 1l Select Item EUP Function Enabled Enter Select Power LED Type Dual Color LED Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Resume By RING Disabled The system can be turned off with a software command If you enable this item the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem
36. grasp on the edge of the substrate Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom left side Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion E Closing the Load Plate Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS Intergraded Heat Spreader Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab F Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard G Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector Please refer to the CPU cooling fan user s manual for more detail installation procedure Installing the Motherboard 12 1 To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation we suggest Ley that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan heatsink supplied The form and size of fan heatsink may also vary 2 DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU 3 Return Material Authorization RMA requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket Installing Memory Modules This motherboard accommodates two memory modules It can support two 240 pin DDR3 1600 1333 1066 The total memory capacity is 16 GB DDR3 SDRAM memory module table Memory module Memory Bus DDR3 1066 533 MHz DDR3 1333 667 MHz DDR3 1600 800 MHz
37. gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS 35 36 USB Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Advanced Bei V RUN I STET n A gt USB Configuration USB Support Parameters Legacy USB Support Enabled Select Screen t Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc All USB Devices Enabled Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices Legacy USB Support Enabled Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices Setting to Audio allows the system to detect the presence of the USB device at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page Using BIOS 37 Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc UELI Advanced JES iS 88 31 SS EST gt Super IO Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 COMA Super IO Chip F71808A Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Prev
38. herboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for the latest Intel Core Family Pentium Celeron processors for high end business or personal desktop markets This motherboard is based on Intel H61 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution H61 is a single chip highly integrated high performance Hyper Threading peripheral controller unmatched by any other single chip device controller This motherboard supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600 1333 1066 SDRAM High resolution graphics via PCI Express x16 slot intended for Graphics Interface In addition two PCI Express slots are supported It implements an EHCI Enhanced Host Controller Interface compliant interface that provides eight USB 2 0 ports four USB 2 0 ports at the back panel and two USB 2 0 headers support additional four USB 2 0 ports The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I O ports in the rear panel including PS 2 mouse and PS 2 keyboard connectors one D sub VGA port one LAN port four USB 2 0 ports and audio jacks for microphone line in and line out In addition this motherboard supports four SATA 3 0Gb s connectors for expansion slot can run at Gen3 speed which accelerates on 32GB s rate that effec When accommodating Intel 3 Generation CPU the PCI Express 16X tively delivers double of PCI Express Gen2 speed 2 The 3rd Generation CPU required Introducing the Motherboard Feature
39. icates which option is currently selected Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options When an option is highlighted execute the option by pressing Enter Some options lead to pop up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for infor mation Some options marked with a triangle P lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu In this manual default values are enclosed in parenthesis Submenu items are denoted by a triangle P The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings BIOS Navigation Keys The BIOS navigation keys are listed below KEY FUNCTION ESC Exits the current menu to Scrolls through the items on a menu Modifies the selected field s values Enter Select Fl General Help F2 Previous Value F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit For the purpose of better product maintenance the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS Please visit the
40. ilt in diagnostics performed by the BIOS After the POST routines are completed the following message appears Press DEL to enter SETUP Using BIOS 25 26 Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main YUYU TU BEL UTD oo ERREUR TI ETT A 4 BIOS Information Choose the system default language System Date Mon 09 10 2012 System Time 21 54 45 Select Screen Tl Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Resetting the Default CMOS Values When powering on for the first time the POST screen may show a CMOS Settings Wrong message This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values Note Changes to system hardware such as different CPU memories etc may also trigger this message American Megatrends H61H2 M12 Rel 13 2011 Version 2 02 Copyright C 2010 American Megatrends Inc lt F7 gt to enter BBS POPUP DEL or lt F2 gt to enter setup OS Setting Wrong Using BIOS When you start the Setup Utility the main menu appears The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available A highlight ind
41. ious Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Super IO Chip F71808A This item shows the information of the super IO chip gt Serial Port 0 Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WEE Advanced eu T Bn T e EST S lt Serial Port 0 Configuration Enable or Disable Serial Port COM Device Settings IO 3F8h IRQ 4 Change Settings Auto Select Screen Tl Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Serial Port Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable serial port Device Settings IO 3F8h IRQ 4 This item shows the information of the device settings Change Settings Auto Use this item to change device settings Press lt Esc gt to return to the Super IO Configuration page Using BIOS Intel R Smart Connect Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel R Smart Connect Technology Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WET Advanced Seil eg 88 3 RE ETIS i Enabled Disabled ISCT Configura tion ISCT Notification Control Enabled ISCT WLAN Power Control E
42. licy per device path on security violation Only users logged with administrative password can exercise query user policy setting Press lt Esc gt to return to the Security Menu page Using BIOS gt Key Management Scroll to this item to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc DIETE VETTE Ed TE ET ERR DI Security 203 Manage All Factory Keys PK KEK DB DBX Install default Secure Boot keys Platform Key PK gt Set PK from File gt Get PK to File p Delete the PK Key Exchange Key Database KEK gt Set KEK from File gt Get KEK to File P Delete the KEK P Append an entry to KEK Authorized Signature Database DB p Set DB from File b gt Get DB to File P Delete the DB P Append an entry to DB Forbidden Signature Database DBX p Set DBX from File p Get DBX to File p Delete the DBX p Appendanentry to DBX NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED Force OEM default Secure Boot Keys if System is in Setup Mode Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Default Key Provisioning Disabled This item enables or disables you to force OEM default secure boot keys if system is in setup mode Platform Key PK This item
43. metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard Leave components in the static proof bags they came in Hold all circuit boards by the edges Do not bend circuit boards Choosing a Computer Case There are many types of computer cases on the market The motherboard complies with the specifications for the Micro ATX system case Some features on the motherboard are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indica tors and switches on the system case Make sure that your case supports all the features required Most cases have a choice of I O templates in the rear panel Make sure that the I O template in the case matches the I O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard This motherboard carries a Micro ATX form factor of 225 x 170 mm Choose a case that accommodates this form factor Installing the Motherboard in a Case Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in a case Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case which correspond the holes in the motherboard Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws Ensure that your case has an I O template that supports the I O ports and expansion slots on your motherboard Installing the Motherboard ki E Do not over tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard Checking Jumper Setting
44. nabled ISCT WWAN Power Control Enabled Select Screen ISCT Sleep Duration Value Format Actual Time 11 Selectltem Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc ISCT Configuration Enabled Use this item to enable disable ISCT Configuration ISCT Notification Control Enabled Use this item to enable disable ISCT Notification Control ISCT WLAN Power Control Enabled Use this item to enable disable ISCT WLAN Power Control ISCT WWAN Power Control Enabled Use this item to enable disable ISCT WWAN Power Control SCT Sleep Duration Value Format Actual Time Use this item to select actual time or duration in seconds ISCT 2 0 Using BIOS 39 Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset South Bridge chipset and other system Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced M BIII Boot Security Exit System Agent SA Parameters p PCH Configuration gt ME Configuration Select Screen 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc gt System Agent Configuration Scroll to
45. nced Ew 1 qu Es S I 1 21 PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Fan Speed 862 RPM CPU Voltage 5 1 128V Select Screen AXG Voltage 0 440V 1l Select Item DIMM Voltage 1 528V Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values PECI Mode F3 Optimized Defaults Offset to TCC Activation Temp 59 F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc gt Smart Fan Function Scroll to this item and press lt Enter gt to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WET Advanced Blei Sg RR RUE DT NEST LE 4 Smart Fan Mode Normal High Limit Offset 30 Low Limit Offset 40 eue High Limit PWM 200 T EO E Low Limit PWM 58 Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled This item allows you to enable disable the control of the CPU system fan speed by changing the fan voltage Smart Fan Mode Normal This item allows you to select the fan mode Normal Quiet Silent or Manual for a better operation environment If you choose Normal mode the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature If you choose Quiet mode the fan speed will be auto minimized
46. nstall the drivers and software The support software DVD ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP 7 8 When you insert the DVD ROM disc in the DVD ROM drive the auto run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen The screen has four buttons on it Setup Utilities Browse CD and Exit E Information Displays the path for all ES ELITEGROUP software and drivers available on the disk 7 Mainboard H61H2 M12 Click Exit button to BIOS Version 06 22711 Driver CD Version DVD 2 9 close the Auto Setup window es EY Browse CD Open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk Click the Setup Click the Utilities button to select and button to select and run the software install ECS Intelligent installation program Utility Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard 1 Click Setup The installation program begins Ev H61H2 M12 Antosetup Program Mainboard iD The following screens are examples only The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing The motherboard identification is located in the upper left hand corner Using the Motherboard Software 97 98 2 Click Next The following screen appears Auto Setup Package software Version 2 00 0009 Select Features Choose the features Setup will inst
47. onnectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives To install the Serial ATA SATA hard drives use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard an SATA cable optional SATA power cable optional Refer to the illustration below for proper installation 1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard 2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive 3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply For reference only Installing the Motherboard 20 Connecting I O Devices The backplane of the motherboard has the following I O ports PS2 Mouse PS2 keyboard PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard VGA Port LAN Port USB 2 0 Ports Audio Ports USB 2 0 VGA port ports LAN port Line in Line out Microphone USB 2 0 ports Use the upper PS 2 port to connect a PS 2 pointing device Use the lower PS 2 port to connect a PS 2 keyboard Connect your monitor to the VGA port Connect an RJ 45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network Use the USB 2 0 ports to connect USB 2 0 devices Use the three audio ports to connect audio devices The first jack is for stereo line in singal The second jack is
48. ontrols if CSM will be launched Boot option filter This option controls what devices system can boot to Launch PXE OpROM policy This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM Launch Storage OpROM policy This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Storage OpROM Launch Video OpROM policy This controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy Video OpROM Other PCI device ROM priority For PCI devices other than Network Mass storage or Video defines which OpROM to launch Press lt Esc gt to return to the Boot Menu page Using BIOS 91 Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc DUET s ETT MEC LL ET E 8 TTE I M Security 41 Secure Boot mode selector Stan Administrator Password Status Not Install dard fixed Secure boot policy User Password Status Not Install Custom changeable Image Ex Administrator Password ecution policy and Secure Boot Key data bases System Mode state Setup ree Secure Boot state Disabled s 1l Select Item Enter Select ees enabled Change Opt gt Image Execution Policy F1 General Help gt Key Management F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Administrator Password Status Not Install This item shows administrator password installed or not Us
49. protection jumper change the setting to allow BIOS flashing If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Ad vanced BIOS features disable it Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer s Web site Copy these files to the bootable device Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your com puter You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first At the C or A prompt type the Flash Utility program name and the file name ofthe new BIOS and then press Enter Example AFUDOS EXE 040706 ROM When the installation is complete remove the bootable device from the computer and restart your computer If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten The computer will restart automatically This concludes Chapter 3 Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard Using BIOS 55 96 Using BIOS Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto installing under Windows XP 7 8 The auto install DVD ROM makes it easy for you to i
50. ps may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure 1 Clear the CMOS values using the CLR CMOS jumper Refer to CLR CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual When completed follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup 2 Check the CPU cooler fan for dust Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary 3 Check that the 12V power amp ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place 4 Remove the hard drive optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these components may be at fault Maintenance and care tips Your computer like any electrical appliance requires proper care and maintenance Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can 1 Keep your computer in a well ventilated area Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow 2 Keep your computer in a cool dry place Avoid dusty areas direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content 3 Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair 4 In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humility 5 Add more memory to your computer if possible
51. put System Setup Utility displays the system s configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters The parameters are stored in battery backed up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off When the system is turned back on the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure Hard drives diskette drives and peripherals Video display type and display options Password protection from unauthorized use Power Management features The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs Before using the Setup Utility ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options The Standard Configuration A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility However we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future This Setup Utility should be used when changing the system configuration when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts when making changes to the Power Management configuration when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup Entering the Setup Utility When you power on the system BIOS enters the Power On Self Test POST routines POST is a series of bu
52. rd Components Introducing the Motherboard Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS 1 CPU Socket LGA1155 socket for the latest Intel Core Family Pentium Celeron processors 2 CPU_LFAN 4 pin CPU cooling fan connector 3 DDR3_1 2 240 pin DDR3 SDRAM slots 4 ATX_POWER Standard 24 pin ATX power connector 5 SPI DEBUG SPI debug header for factory use only This concludes Chapter 1 6 SATA1 4 Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 7 F PANEL Front panel switch LED header 8 F USB1 2 Front panel USB 2 0 headers 9 CASE CASE open header 0 USBPWR F1 Front Panel USB power select jumper 1 LDC Debug card header 2 SPK Speaker header 3 COM Onboard serial port header 4 ME UNLOCK ME unlock header for factory use only 5 SYS FAN 3 pin system cooling fan connector 6 F AUDIO Front panel audio header 7 CLR CMOS Clear CMOS jumper 8 PCIE1 2 PCI Express x1 slot 9 PCIEX16 PCI Express slot for graphics interface 20 USBPWR R1 Rear USB PS2 power select jumper 21 ATX12V 4 pin 12V power connector The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam age from static electricity Discharge static electricity by touching the
53. requirements of the Canadian Interference causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilieur du Canada The manual consists of the following Chapter 1 Describes features of the motherboard Introducing the Motherboard Go to v page 1 Describes installation of motherboard components Go to e page 7 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Provides information on using Chapter 3 the BIOS Setup Utility Using BIOS Go to page 25 Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard software Go to page 57 Using the Motherboard Software Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Preface Provides basic trouble shoot ing tips Go to e page 61 TABLE 0F CONTENTS Preface i Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard 1 I troduction ien RUDI OU VrPRUPOB UE 1 FENU aiie eiaei me Sr nie n sie eb em D eta 2 SPECT CAM OMS RR ners 4 Motherboard Components eere 5 Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions see ep tate dee Pr Choosing a Computer Case Installing the Motherboard in a Case Checking Jumper Settings SettingJUripels setae E ated EOE de dde Rd Tas Checking Jumper Settings u yl Giaa e teeteiee 9 Expansion Slots ecelesie e ee OR MENEENNUS 14 Connecting Optional Devices Installing a SATA Hard Drive sse Connecting VO Devices 2 5 etae e
54. revious Value F3 Optimized Defaults Graphics Core Ratio Limit 22 F4 Save amp Exit Graphics Voltage 1 256 0 ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Memory Multiplier Configuration This item shows the information of Memory Multiplier Configuration Performance Memory Profiles Automatic This item allows you to select the memory mode Automatic Manual XMP Profile 1 or 2 Memory Timing Configuration This item shows the information of Memory Timing Configuration CAS Latency tcl 8 This item determines the operation of DDR SDRAM memory CAS colulmn address strobe It is recommended that you leave this item at the default value The 2T setting requires faster memory that specifically supports this mode RAS to CAS Delay tRD 8 This item specifies the RAS to CAS delay to Rd Wr command to the same bank Row Precharge Time tRP 8 This item specifies Row precharge to Active or Auto Refresh of the same bank Using BIOS 47 48 RAS Active Time tRAS 24 This item specifies the RAS active time Write Recovery Time tWR 10 This item specifies the write recovery time Row Refresh Cycle Time tRFC 74 This item specifies the row refresh cycle time Active to Active Delay tRRD 4 This item controls the ACTIVE bank x to ACTIVE bank y delay in memory clock cycles Write to Read Delay tWTR 5 This item specifies the write to read delay time Read CAS Pre
55. revious Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc ACPI Sleep State S3 Suspend to RAM This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 Suspend to RAM Sleep State default Press lt Esc gt to return to the Advanced Menu page CPU Configuration Scroll to this item and press Enter to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc WET mAdvanced Ekol M nn S1 EST 11 2 Enabled for windows XP and CPU Configuration Linux OS optimized for Hyper Threading Technology and Intel R Core TM i3 2100 CPU 3 10GHz Disabled for other OS OS not EM64T Supported optimized for Hyper Threading Processor Speed 3100 MHz Technology When Disabled only Processor Stepping 206a7 one thread per enabled core is Microcode Revision 2 enabled Processor Cores 2 Intel HT Technology Supported Intel VT x Technology Supported ee calechSereen 1l Select Item Active Processor Cores All mies Eee Opt Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Mn ae Execute Disable Bit Enabled icare Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled pe Bie ious Values CPU C3 Report Disabled F3 Optimized Defaults CPU C6 Report Enabled F4 Save amp Exit Enhanced Halt C1E Enabled RITE Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Using BIOS 34 Intel R Core TM i3 2100 CPU 3 10GHz Thi
56. s This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered When setting the jumpers ensure that the jumper caps are placed on the correct pins The illustrations show a 2 pin jumper When the jumper cap is placed on both pins the iin jumper is SHORT If you remove the jumper cap or place the jumper cap on just one pin the jumper is OPEN SHORT OPEN This illustration shows a 3 pin jumper Pins 1 and 2 are SHORT hu tit Installing the Motherboard Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers Pin 1 is labeled ma an USBPWR R1 ma au au ma FH i EH Doa D00606 CIR CMOS USBPWB Fi Jumper Settings Jumper Type Description Setting default 1 2 NORMAL CLR_CMOS 3 pin Clear CMOS 55 CLEAR imo Before clearing the CLR CMOS CMOS make sure to turn off the system Front Panel USBPWR Fl 3 pin USB Power Herve m Select Jumper 2 3 DIMM 5VDUAL USBPWR F1 Rear USB PS 2 1 1 2 VCC Kalka equ mop chet 2 3 DIMM 5VDUAL Tumper l USBPWR R1 1 To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to Load Default Settings and then Save and Exit Setup 2 Make sure the power supply provi
57. s is display only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your computer EM64T Supported This item shows the computer supports EM64T Processor Speed 3100MHz This item shows the current processor speed Processor Stepping 20627 This item shows the processor stepping version Microcode Revision 25 This item shows the Microcode version Processor Cores 2 This item shows the core number of the processor Intel HT Technology Supported This item shows that your computer supports Intel HT technology or not Intel VT x Technology Supported This item shows that your computer supports Intel VT x technology or not Hyper threading Enabled This item is only available when the chipset supports Hyper threading and you are using a Hyper threading CPU Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit When supports Prescott and LGA775 CPUS enables this to prevent the system from rebooting when trying to install Windows NT 4 0 Excute Disable Bit Enabled This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer the processor disables code execution preventing damage or worm propa gation Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks reducing the need for virus related repair Intel Virtualiz
58. shows the information of the platform key Set PK KEK DB DBX from File This item launches the file browser to set Efi Variable from the file The file data must be formatted as Efi Variable with TimeBased Authenticated Header Get PK KEK DB DBX to File This item is used to store secure variable to a file with a matching name in selected file system s root Delete the PK KEK DB DBX This item is used to delete the variable Key Exchange Key Database KEK This item shows the information of the key exchange key database Authorized Signature Database DB This item shows the information of the authorized signature database Forbidden Signature Database DBX This item shows the information of the forbidden signature database Append an entry to KEK DB DBX This item launches the file browser to Append new signature database from the file The file data must be formatted as Efi Variable with TimeBased Authenticated Header Using BIOS 94 Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced Chipset ITSCT Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Exit system setup after saving the changes Select Screen Tl Select Item Enter Select Change Opt
59. timized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc ME FW Version 8 1 0 1248 This item shows the ME FW version Press lt Esc gt to return to the Chipset Menu page Using BIOS 46 M L B III MB Intelligent BIOS III Menu This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced CT ETE M I B II Boot Security Exit M I B III MB Intelligent BIOS III CPU OverClocking Configuration p Chipset OverClocking Configuration B O M P Technology Enabled Auto Detect DIMM PCI Clk Enabled Spread Spectrum Enabled Command Rate Auto Intel R Core TM i3 2100 CPU 3 10GHz Processor Speed 3100 MHz Memory Frequency 1333 MHz Select Screen Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1l Select Item Enter Select Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Values F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1229 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc gt CPU OverClocking Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced Chipset M I B Il Boot Securit CPU OverClocking Configuration Enhanced
60. tor technology supports up to three monitors Ley one Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI Express graphics de vices under Windows 7 8 Step 1 Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers VGA and sound drivers If you want know the detail information please refer to chapter 4 EES ELITEGROUP Mainboard H61H2 M12 BIOS Version 06 22 11 Driver CD Version DVD 2 31 v4 3 283 Using BIOS Step 2 Install all the drivers of PCI Express graphic cards Click the Browse CD item then appears the following screen Select the driver you want to install e g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS Microsoft Corporation WDDM v1 1 and double click it jle Action View Help mig I el S a g ECS PC Computer t Disk drives 4 Display adapters Gy NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS Microsoft Corporation WDDM v1 1 lj DVD CD ROM drives G5 Human Interface Devices lt q IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Keyboards J Mice and other pointing devices 8 Monitors AP Network adapters Portable Devices Ll Processors gt Sound video and game controllers gt lll System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers Step 3 Enable IGD Multi Monitor from BIOS In the following BIOS screen please set IGD Multi Monitor to Enabled Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced M I B Ill Boot Security Exit SyeteniAcentcontauraton Select D

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