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1. a o Br Jo iR SB_PWR 2 ON OFF Um ic mi Standby Power Powered Off P8H61 M Onboard LED 1 28 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 13 Software support 1 13 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP Vista 7 Operating Systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware A Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 1 13 2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features 4 The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the a ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Specials menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer Click an item on the top bar to display respective menu Fi The following screen is for reference only ASUS InstAll ie O Click an icon to display Support Intel Chipset Driv
2. SPDIF_02 ATX12V T IS ASM T S rd EIDE o o E E cl le EE zi g lo 8 5 J J f si E 2 5 a a 5 N l 2 2 a la 2 2 2 a lo a la LAN1_USB12 J 24 4cm 9 6in AUDIO woo y O 32Mb PCIEX16_1 i De pasa P8H61 M Super VO Intel SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 Asmedia PCIEX1_2 ASMI0ES H61 I H O sa PWR SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 5 Pel COM EEE sPor_our LPT USB78 USB910 PEE EEEEF EA es ALC a37 voz 1 5 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED Page Connectors Jumpers Slots LED ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V CPU and Chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 3 pin CHA FAN 1 25 la USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB910 1 23 LPT connector 26 1 pin LPT Intel CPU socket 1 8 10 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT 1 26 DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 13 11 Serial port connectors 10 1 pin COM1 1 24 Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATASG1 4 1 23 12 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 22 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC 1 20 13 Standby Power LED SB_PWR 1 28 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL ASUS P8H61 M 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface moun
3. 6GB 3x2GB DS 7 7 7 24 1 65V ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0 DJ F 1GB ss ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage ELPIDA G SKILL G SKILL EBJ21UE8EDF0 DJ F F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK XMP F3 10666CL7T 3GBPK XMP 2GB 1GB 3GB 3x1GB DS ss ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F SS G SKILL 7 7 7 18 1 35V low voltage 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10666CL9T 3GBNQ 3GB Sx1GB SS 9 9 9 24 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10600CL8D 4GBHK XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 8 8 8 21 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 8 8 8 8 24 XMP 1 35V G SKILL F3 10666CL7T 6GBPK XMP 6GB 3x2GB DS 7 7 7 18 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL7D 8GBRH XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 7 7 7 21 1 5V F3 10666CL9D 8GBRL 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB 4x4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GV32GB1333C9DC 2GB 2x1GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB 2x2GB DS GL1L128M88BA12N 9 9 9 24 1 3V low voltage GV34GB1333C9DC 4GB 2x2GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V HMT112U6TFR8A H9 1GB ss H5TC1G83TFRH9A 1 35V low voltage HMT325U6BFR8C H9 2GB ss H5TQ2G83BFRH9C HMT125U6TFR8A H9 HMT351U6BFR8C H9 FLFD45F B8KL9 NAES 2GB DS DS HYNIX 1GB KINGMAX H5TC1G83TFRH9A H5TQ2G83BFRH9C KKB8FNWBFGNX 27A 1 35V low voltage FLFE85F C8KF9 CAES 2GB KINGMAX KFC8FMFXF DXX 15A FLFE85F C8KM9 NAES 2GB KINGMAX KFC8F
4. CPU_FAN p A o zzo qo 220 ip ziz SpE 3035 55 Oss DO ER El om u gt am Fm am my c P8H61 M CPU fan connector AN Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard 2 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise 3 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 5 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling 1 7 System memory 1 7 1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets c at DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 z 00 es sa A mm O o om con oT oo P8H61 M 240 pin D
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6. L E El IDE_LED PWRSW RESET HE mmm mrm UE Requires an ATX power supply P8H61 M System panel connector mm System power LED 2 pin PLED This 2 pin connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE_LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This 2 pin connector is for the system power button Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power ASUS P8H61 M 1 27 1 12 Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED ET
7. BIOS backup is done press any key to return to the DOS prompt ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 07 BOARD BSHSH M BOARD UARAGWN VER 0207 VER Unknown DATE 12 24 2010 DATE Mnknown PATH BEN BIOS backup is done Press any key to continue Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 2 g At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater pc g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 07 BOARD PBHGTEM BOARD FUMIEGWA VER 0207 VER Unknown DATE 12 24 2010 DATE Unknown PATH BEN A P8H61M ROM 4194304 2010 12 24 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit Press lt Tab gt to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press lt Enter gt BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Select Yes and press lt Enter gt When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure For BIOS Updater version 1 04 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure sys
8. DIEOQUSUJOJN P8H61 M E6301 First Edition V1 January 2011 Copyright 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY
9. 2 27 2 7 6 Boot Override eeeeenseeae aaa He Gee Ke Ke ee Ke 2 27 TOONS MENU a ske AE ge GE Ke BA EER EER KON DERE RR KA SEA Ad AS 2 28 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility ee ee ee ee RR Ee Ke Ee ee 2 28 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Information ee ee ee Ke Geek Ke Ke 2 28 283 ASUS O G Profile ee ESE EER A AE 2 28 EXILE MENU OE KO ER 2 29 vi Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 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 installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference 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
10. M 1 18 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components To install a DIMM DIMM notch 1 Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip AN A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM Follow these steps to remove a DIMM 1 Press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clip The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 8 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 8 1 Installing an expansio
11. Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan ASUS P8H61 M Standard Sets to Standard to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters Fi The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 C Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 75 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 20 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 C Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the lower lim
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13. components These are not jumpers DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors CPU_FAN E GND CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN PWM CHA_FAN E GND H 12V P8H61 M Fan connectors ASUS P8H61 M Rotation SATA3G_1 1 23 4 Serial port connectors 10 1 pin COM1 The connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to the connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis 4 The serial port bracket COM1 is purchased separately 5 LPT connector 26 1 pin LPT The LPT Line Printing Terminal connector supports devices such as a printer LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284 which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC compatible computers ET a o A o o y o s ocooococooo RXZTZZZZZZZ2Z LWZODOOOOOOOO Oss ELE ELSE la co TE EROENOKOORKUE BAADDDOGO ACO EAAAAAAAQA 25 J Im N 1 24 Chapter 1 Product introduction 6 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for an ATX power supply The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orien
14. from the ASUS website at www asus com Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press lt F5 gt to load default BIOS values DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause s system boot failure Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 3 2 4 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive R NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk d
15. item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to IDE Mode Disabled Disables the SATA function Enhanced Set to Enhanced to support more than four SATA devices S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS P8H61 M 2 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features 4 The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the function 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller yg The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to ma
16. measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to 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 4 The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal
17. this connector SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR fa GND am am is o a PRESENCE AAFP PINT PINT NC Line out L MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R PORT1 L PORT1R PORT2R SENSE_SEND PORT2L HD audio compliant pin definition Legacy AC 97 compliant definition P8H61 M Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector ensure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to HD Audio If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 See section 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA3G1 4 These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb s hard disk and optical disk drives SATA3G_2 P8H61 M SATA connectors DD Install the Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA 3 CPU and Chasis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 3 pin CHA FAN Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard
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19. 07EY 7 7 7 20 1 5V TMS1GB364D081 138EY 8 8 8 24 1 5V TMS2GB364D081 107EY TMS2GB364D081 138EY TMS2GB364D082 138EW E41302GP0 73BDB TAKEMS TAKEMS UMAX 2GB DS UMAX U2S24D30TP 13 7 7 7 20 8 8 8 24 8 8 8 24 1 5V 1 5V s 1 5V 4 IWINTEC 3WVS31333 2G CNR 2GB DS AMPO AM3420803 13H Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1066MHz capability DIMM Vendors Timing Voltage support CT12864BA1067 8FF 1GB Micron 9GF22D9KPT CT25664BA1067 16FF 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT 1 35V low EBJ10UE8EDF0 AE F 1GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F voltage EBJ11UD8BAFA AE E 1GB Elpida __ J5308BASE AC E EBJ21UESEDFO AE F 2GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 85V low voltage KVR1066D3N7 1G 1GB KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 2G 2GB ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 4G 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 1 5V MT8JTF12864AZ 1G1F1 1GB Micron 9GF22D9KPT MT16JTF25664AZ 1G1F1 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 OCZ3G1066LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB Micron 9BF27D9KPV 7 7 7 20 1 65V M2Y2G64CB8HC5N BE 2GB Elixir N2CB1G80CN BE M2Y2G64CBHA9N BE 2GB R E 7 7 7 20 M2Y2G64CBHC9N BE 2GB Elixir a 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 2GB Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C 7 s T 7 fo SS Single sided DS Double sided ad DIMM support A one 1 module inserted into any slot as single channel memory configuration B two 2 modules inserted into both the slots as one pair of dual channel memory configuration ASUS P8H61
20. 1 M 1 1 CHIPSET H61 inside rss AT R 4S PDIF Intel H61 Express Chipset The Intel H61 Express Chipset is the latest single chipset design to support the new 1155 socket Intel Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 2nd generation processors It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point to point links allowing increased bandwidth and stability Additionally the H61 provides 4 SATA 3 0 Gb s ports for faster data retrieval at double the bandwidth of current bus systems Dual Channel DDR3 1333 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications The dual channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance PCI Express 2 0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2 0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance S PDIF out connector at the back VO This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S PDIF SONY PHILIPS Digital Interface out connector at the back I O The S PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller It is enhanced with an ACPI management func
21. 2 28 2 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu gt ASUS EZ Flash Utility gt ASUS SPD Information gt ASUS O C Profile 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen appears Fi For more details refer to section 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot Slot 1 Displays the Serial Presence Detect SPD information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot Configuration options Slot 1 Slot 2 2 8 3 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings y The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press lt Enter gt and then select Yes Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your CMOS settings press lt Enter gt and then select Yes DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version ASUS P8H61 M 2 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow y
22. 910 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with the USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed USB78 USB910 USB_P8 USB 5V USB_P8 GND NC USB 5V USB_P10 USB_P10 GND NC E PIN 1 La USB_P9 USB 5V USB_P7 USB_P7 GND USB 5V USB_P9 GND Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard A The USB 2 0 module is purchased separately 8 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port PDIFOUT 5V S G EL GCC SPDIF_OUT P8H61 M Digital audio connector fo The S PDIF module is purchased separately 1 26 Chapter 1 Product introduction System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions i Ground Ground Speaker 88 2 a w A o a a P o PANEL sfelelelelelelelels i U q PIN 1 LJ xeo 52 aya z5 mE mw gt 5 as zs Pe KOM wu O O i s
23. DR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61 M 1 13 1 14 1 7 2 DIMM sockets N Memory configurations You may install 512MB 1GB 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMS into the You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS Install a 64 bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency refer to section 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu for manu
24. Enabled Front Panel Type HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Allows you to select the digital audio output type Configuartion options SPIDF HDMI Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the Realtek LAN Controller item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 21 2 22 Serial Port Configuration The sub items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration Serial Port Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the serial port COM Configuration options Enabled Disabled Change Settings 0 3F8h IRQ 4 Allows you to select the Serial Port base address Configuration options IO 3F 8h IRQ 4 I0 2F8h IRQ 3 I0 3E8h IRQ 4 I0 2E8h IRQ 3 Parallel Port Configuration The sub items in this menu allow you to set the parallel port configuration Parallel Port Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the parallel port LPT Conf
25. NMXF BXX 15A FLFE85F B8KL9 NEES 2GB KINGMAX KKB8FNWBFGNX 26A FLFF65F C8KM9 NEES 4GB KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF BXX 15A KVR1333D3N9 1G 1GB ELPIDA J1108BDBG DJ F 1 5V KVR1333D3N9 2G 2GB HYNIX H5TQ2G83AFRH9C KVR1333D3N9 2G 00 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDBG DJ F 1 5V KVR1333D3N9 2G 2GB DS KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 1 5V KVR1333D3N9 2G 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F 1 5V KHX1333C7D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 1 65V KHX1333C9D3UK2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS XMP 1 25V KVR1333D3N9 4G 00 4GB DS HYNIX H5TQ2G83AFRH9C 1 5V KVR1333D3N9 4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR MT4JTF12864AZ 1G4D1 1GB MICRON D9LGQ MT8JTF12864AZ 1G4F1 1GB Micron 9FF22D9KPT MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4D1 2GB ss MICRON D9LGK MT16JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 2GB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT MT16JTF51264AZ 1G4D1 4GB DS MICRON D9LGK OCZ3G1333LV3GK 3GB 3x1GB DS 9 9 9 20 1 65V OCZ3F13334GK ASUS P8H61 M 4GB 2x2GB _ DS 9 9 9 20 continued on the next page 1 7V DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No OCZ 0CZ3G13334GK Timing Voltage ocz OCZ3G1333LV4GK 4GB 2x2GB ocz OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB 2x2GB ocz 0CZ3X13334GK XMP 4GB 2x2GB ocz OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6GB 3x2GB ocz OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6GB 3x2GB ocz OCZ3X1333LV6GK XMP 6GB 3x2GB ocz OCZ3G1333LV8GK
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27. al memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 2 DIMMs or overclocking condition ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL Chapter 1 Product introduction P8H61 M Motherboard Qualified Vendors List QVL DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No AD31333001GOU 1GB ss A Data Timing AD30908C8D 151C E0906 DIMM support Voltage AD31333G001GOU 3GB 3x1GB SS 8 8 8 24 1 65 1 85V AD31333002GOU 2GB DS A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0903 E AD31333G002GMU 2GB DS 8 8 8 24 1 65 1 85V 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB DS APACER AM5D5808DEWSBG id 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB DS Apacer AM5D5808FEQSBG 9 CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1GB ss 9 9 9 24 1 60V CM3X1024 1333C9 TR3X3G1333C9 G TR3X3G1333C9 G CM3X1024 1333C9DHX CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR 1GB 3GB 3x1GB 3GB 3x1GB 1GB ss ss ss DS 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 1 60V 1 50V a 1 50V a CORSAIR _ CMD24GX3M6A1333C9 XMP 24GB 6x4GB DS 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR _ CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 8GB 4x2GB DS 9 9 9 24 Crucial CT12864BA1339 8FF 1GB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 Crucial CT25664BA1339 16FF 2GB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT 9 Crucial BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP
28. assword follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press lt Enter gt when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password Ifyou have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press lt Enter gt when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed ASUS P8H61 M 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cau
29. ay a pop up window with the configuration options for that item Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or lt Page Up gt lt Page Down gt keys to display the other items on the screen Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it and press lt Enter gt or click on it to display a list of options ASUS P8H61 M 2 3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date time language and security settings System Language English System Date System Time gt Security 2 3 1 System Language English Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options Configuration options English Fran ais De
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31. components 1 5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 5 1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 1 5 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard R Place this side towards the rear of the chassis la 2 HA an mia aa ga an sie aa GE ba Ou al P8H61 M o EE Y E Ee mm 4 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 3 Motherboard layout DO 21 3cm 8 4in y gt CPU_FAN HDMI El EJ
32. cts R The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use lt gt and lt gt keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Enabled Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down Disabled Disables the CPU thermal monitor function Hyper threading Enabled The Intel Hyper Threading Technology allows a hyper threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously Enabled Two threads per activated core are enabled Disabled Only one thread per activated core is enabled Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 8 Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Enabled Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Disabled Disables this function Execute Disable Bit Enabled Enabled Enables the No Execution Page Protection Technology Disabled Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneo
33. d Disabled Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event Enabled Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event Power On By Ring Disabled Disabled Disables Ring to generate a wake event Enabled Enables Ring to generate a wake event Power On By RTC Disabled Disabled Disables RTC to generate a wake event Enabled When set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date Days and Hour Minute Second will become user configurable with set values Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 23 2 24 2 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings ASUS EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode m Monitor MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan 1 Speed CPU Q Fan Control CPU Fan Speed Low Limit CPU Fan Profile CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage Anti Surge Support 2 6 1 CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures 2 6 2 CPU Chassis Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed 2 6 3 CPU
34. e following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric 2 4 8 CPU Offset Mode Sign This item appears only when the EPU Power Saving Mode item is set to Disabled To offset the voltage by a positive value E To offset the voltage by a negative value Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 15 CPU Voltage Auto This item appears only when the EPU Power Saving Mode item is set to Disabled and allows you to set the Offset voltage The values range from 0 630V to 0 630V with a 0 010V interval Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable 2 4 9 iGPU Offset Mode Sign To offset the voltage by a positive value H To offset the voltage by a negative value iGPU Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Offset voltage The values range from 0 630V to 0 630V with a 0 010V interval 2 4 10 DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 185V to 2 135V with a 0 005V interval According to Intel CPU specification DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1 65V may damage the CPU permanently We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1 65V 2 4 11 VCCIO Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VCCIO voltage The values range from 0 7350V to 1 6850V with a 0 005V interval 2 4 12 CPU PLL Voltage Auto Allows you t
35. ear panel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Rear panel Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Rear panel Mic In Mic In Bass Center Bass Center Lime Front panel Side Speaker Out Y To configure an 8 channel audio output Use the chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8 channel audio output ASUS P8H61 M 1 21 1 22 7 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports connect to USB 2 0 1 1 devices 8 USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports connect to USB 2 0 1 1 devices 9 DVI port This port is for any DVI D compatible device DVI D can t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and isn t compatible with DVI I 10 Optical S PDIF Out port This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S PDIF cable 11 HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu Ray and other protected content 12 USB 2 0 ports 5 and 6 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports connect to USB 2 0 1 1 devices 1 10 2 Internal connectors 1 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP R This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio VO module that supports either High Definition Audio or AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio VO module cable to
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37. ely To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the product contact a qualified service technician or your retailer About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts _ Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports Chapter 2 BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided vii viii Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task R IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task fe NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional info
38. en the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the CPU Parameter Recall C P R feature Shut down and reboot the system then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values 1 20 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 10 Connectors 1 10 1 Rear panel connectors 2 1 PS 2 Keyboard Mouse COMBO port This port is for a PS 2 keyboard mouse 2 Video Graphics Adapter VGA port This 15 pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices 3 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub Refer to the table on the next page for the LAN port LED indicators LAN port LED indications RE ee ACT LINK LED SPEED LED No link 10 Mbps connection Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity 1 Gbps connection LAN port 4 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 5 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or a speaker In the 4 6 and 8 channel configurations the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 6 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone 4 Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2 4 6 a or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Light Blue R
39. er Please select items to install coca Realtek Audio Driver information Realtek LAN Driver Browser Configuration Utility Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver Management Engine Interface Norton Internet Security 2011 Click an item to install Fi If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to L locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS P8H61 M 1 29 1 30 Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS R Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Drivers menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Al Suite II 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation 4 Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS us
40. es the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings ErP ready The motherboard is European Union s Energy related Products ErP ready and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and energy efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings ASUS P8H61 M Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Before handling components use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or
41. es the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If you buy a CPU separately ensure that you use only Intel certified multi directional heatsink and fan Your Intel LGA1155 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push pin design and requires no tool to install Use an LGA1155 compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only The LGA1155 socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU ensuring that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector 2 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ but the installation steps and functions should remain the same The illustration above is for reference only ASUS P8H61 M 1 11 3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN
42. et to Disabled and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report Configuration options 1 sec 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 6 sec 7 sec 8 sec 9 sec 10 sec Until Press ESC 2 26 ASUS P8H61 M 2 7 3 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Force BIOS The third party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence Keep Current The third party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so 2 7 4 Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program 2 7 5 Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system y To select the boot device during system startup press lt F8 gt when ASUS Logo appears am To access Windows OS in Safe Mode do any of the following Press lt F5 gt when ASUS Logo appears Press lt F8 gt after POST 2 7 6 Boot Override These items displays the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Click an item to start booting from the selected device Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 27
43. if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit Menu See section 2 9 Exit Menu If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value Refer to section 1 9 Jumpers on how to erase the RTC RAM The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 7 BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode Advanced Mode screen EZ Mode By default the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode 4 The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2 7 Boot memu for details Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes saves the changes and resets
44. iguration options Enabled Disabled Change Settings Auto Allows you to select the Parallel Port base address Configuration options Auto I0 378h IRQ 5 0 378h IRQ 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 0 278h IRQ 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 I0 3BCh IRQ 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 Device Mode STD Printer Mode Allows you to change the printer port mode Configuration options STD Printer Mode SPP Mode EPP 1 9 and SPP Mode EPP 1 7 and SPP Mode ECP Mode ECP and EPP 1 9 Mode ECP and EPP 1 7 Mode ASUS P8H61 M 2 5 7 APM Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Power On The system goes into on state after an AC power loss Power Off The system goes into off state after an AC power loss Last State The system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 keyboard Space Bar Sets the Space Bar on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Ctrl Esc Sets the Ctrl Esc key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Power Key Sets Power key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PS 2 Mouse Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse Enabled Enables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PCIE Disable
45. ing this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt Al Suite II gt Al Suite Il X XX XX to launch the Al Suite II utility The Al Suite Il Quick Bar appears 2 Click Update button from the Quick Bar and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu The ASUS Update main screen appears From the list select either of the following methods Updating from the Internet a Select Update BIOS from the Internet then click Next b Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic then click Next c From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 2 2 y The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet Always update the utility to avail all its features Updating from a BIOS file a Select Update BIOS from file then click Next b Locate the BIOS file from the Open window then click Open 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program G
46. it of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 75 C CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle 2 6 4 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item 2 6 5 Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 25 2 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options ASUS EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Full Screen Logo Option ROM Messages Setup Mode Boot Option 1 Boot Option 2 gt SATA XXXXXXXXXXXX gt SATA XXXXXXXXXXXX gt Hard Drive BBS Priorities 2 7 1 Bootup NumLock State On On Sets the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Sets the power on state of the NumLock to Off 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled Enabled Enables the full screen logo display feature Disabled Disables the full screen logo display feature Fi Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature Post Report 5 sec This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is s
47. keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled Disables this function Enabled The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in increased average consumption and decrease average heat production Turbo Mode Enabled This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to Enabled Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions Disabled Disables this function Fi The following five items appear only when you set both the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items to Enabled Long Duration Power Limit Auto Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value Long Duration Maintained Auto Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value Short Duration Power Limit Auto Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value Primary Plane Current Limit Auto Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value Secondary Plane Current Limit Auto Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value keypad and press lt Enter gt You can also use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press lt Enter gt Fi Some of th
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49. me unstable If this ey happens revert to the default setting 2 4 3 iGPU Max Frequency Auto Allows you to set the maximum frequency for the internal GPU Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 1100MHz to 3000MHz 2 4 4 EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function Configuration options Disabled Enabled EPU Setting Auto This item appears only when The EPU Power Saving Mode is set to Enabled and allows you to set power saving mode Configuration options Auto Light Power Saving Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max Power Saving Mode 2 4 5 GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance Configuration options OK Cancel 2 4 6 DRAM Timing Control The sub items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press lt Enter gt Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this 27 happens revert to the default settings 2 4 7 CPU Power Management The sub items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features 2 14 ASUS P8H61 M CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use lt gt and lt gt
50. n card To install an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card R When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable 1 8 3 PCI slot The PCI slot supportS cards such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications 1 8 4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 8 5 PCI Expre
51. nternal Graphics Device share memory size Configuration options 32M 64M 96M 128M Render Standby Enabled Allows you to enable or disable Render Standby by Internal Graphics Device Configuration options Disabled Enabled iGPU Multi Monitor Disabled Allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi Monitor Support for add on VGA devices Configuration options Enabled Disabled 2 5 3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 19 2 20 2 5 4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port SATA Mode IDE Mode Allows you to set the SATA configuration Disabled Disables the SATA function IDE Mode Set to IDE Mode when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices Serial ATA Controller 0 Enhanced This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to IDE Mode Disabled Disables the SATA function Enhanced Set to Enhanced to support more than four SATA devices Compatible Set to Compatible when using Windows 98 NT 2000 MS DOS Up to four SATA devices are supported under these oeprating syste Serial ATA Controller 1 Enhanced This
52. o set the CPU PLL voltage The values range from 1 80V to 1 90V with a 0 1V interval 2 4 13 PCH Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage The values range from 0 735V to 1 685V with a 0 005V interval The values of the CPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCIO Voltage CPU PLL Voltage and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings ASUS P8H61 M 2 4 14 Load Line Calibration Auto Allows you to set the CPU Load Line percentage Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 2 4 15 CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability Enabled Sets to Enabled for EMI control 2 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction ASUS EFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Advanced gt System Agent Configuration gt PCH Configuration gt SATA Configuration gt USB Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically dete
53. o to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press lt Enter gt to enable it ASUSTek EZ Flash 4 Flash Inf MODEL P8H61 1 File Path Drive Folder Info EEN 12 24 10 10 23p 4194304 P8H61M ROM d File Info MODEL Help Info Enter Selector Load Tab Switch Up Down PageUp PageDown Home End Move Esc Exit F2 Backup ASUS P8H61 M 3 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Drive field Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press lt Enter gt 5 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Folder Info field Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press lt Enter gt to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done R This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure 2 1 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file R Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61M ROM The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version Download the latest BIOS file
54. oduction 3 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted 4 Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only 5 Position the CPU over the socket ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom left corner of the socket and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU ep ASUS P8H61 M 1 10 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If so skip this 8 step The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible DO NOT eat it If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin wash it off immediately and seek professional medical help Close the load plate A and then push down the load lever B ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention knob C Insert the load lever under the retention tab Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance DD When you buy a boxed Intel processor the package includ
55. of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electric shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediat
56. on gt Intel Adaptive Therrr CPU Ratio Disabled Enabled Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Hyper threading Enabled Active Processor Cores AN Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Menu items Configuration fields Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 9 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Back button This button appears when entering a submenu Press lt Esc gt or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen Submenu items A greater than sign gt before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press lt Enter gt or double click the item Pop up window Select a menu item and press lt Enter gt to displ
57. ou to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu Load Optimized Defaults Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to discard changes and exit ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application shellx64 efi from one of the available filesystem devices Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 29 2 30 ASUS P8H61 M ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address Telephone Fax E mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li Te Road P
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59. rive or USB flash drive in NTFS format 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press lt F8 gt to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device Ple ct boc SATA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type d and press lt Enter gt to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C gt d D gt ASUS P8H61 M Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater DD Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write protected and has at least 4096KB free space to save the file 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater o filename and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater oOLDBIOS1 rom Filename Extension The filename is any user assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension 2 The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process When
60. rmation and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information 2 Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt D gt P8H61 M specifications summary Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel Second Generation Core 7 Core i5 Core i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 support depends on the CPU types Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Intel H61 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 2x 240 pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered non ECC DDR3 1333 1066MHz memory modules Supports up to 16GB system memory Support Intel E
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62. se the system to malfunction Y The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Ai Tweaker Memory Frequency GPU Max Frequency EPU Power Saving Mode gt GPU Boost gt DRAM Timing Control gt CPU Power Management CPU Offset Mode Sign CPU Voltage GPU Offset Mode Sign GPU Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCIO Voltage Scroll down to display the following items CPU PLL Voltage PCH Voltage Load Line Calibration CPU Spread Spectrum 2 4 1 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 13 BCLK PEG Frequency XXX Appears when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to Manual and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 80 0MHz to 300 0MHz 2 4 2 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to beco
63. ss x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot that support PCI Express x16 2 0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications ASUS P8H61 M 1 19 1 9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords P8H61 M Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM z u A j El CLRTC L 0 Ons 1 2 2 3 EE Da Normal Clear RTC E Default om eo oa emy mf Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer Hold down the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default 2 position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After clearing the CMOS reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC wh
64. t LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel 2nd Generation Core i7 Core 5 Core 3 processors AN Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the 2 socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap 1 6 1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU 1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard a a o A a Nr Os DO ER me ole SS 2 EE o gt mm CO OO mm oom OT ss P8H61 M CPU socket LGA1155 2 Press the load lever with your thumb A Load lever and then move it to the right B until it is released from the retention tab To prevent damage to the socket pins s do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU Retention tab 1 8 Chapter 1 Product intr
65. tation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit Rd EATXPWR 00 QQ TT gt gt S 3 Volts JQ GND o 12 Volts _ _J _ 5 Volts o 12 VoltsC JL iE 5 Volts fi i kaja 5V Standby CHH 5 Volts Power OK _ CH 5 Volts 22 GND GND 00 5 Volts C H GND O enD enD a E 5 Volts C PSON opener GND C H GND f 3 Volts COI 12 Volts a 2 3 Volts 41 3 Volts m C mm m om om e PIN 1 P8H61 M ATX power connectors AN ASUS P8H61 M For a fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2 0 or later version and provides a minimum power of 350 W DO NOT forget to connect the 4 pin pin ATX 12V power plug Otherwise the system will not boot up We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details 1 25 7 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB
66. ted GPU in real time for the best graphics performance User friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments Its ability to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system level upgrades ASUS Anti Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply PSU Al Suite II With its user friendly interface ASUS Al Suite Il consolidates ASUS features into one simple to use software package It allows you you to supervise overclocking energy management fan speed control voltage and sensor readings All in one software offers diverse and ease to use functions with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities ASUS MyLogo2 This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256 color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen N wer p m 3 4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure C P R eliminat
67. tem compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu Refer to section 2 9 Exit menu for details Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them 2 6 ASUS P8H61 M 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup Press lt Delete gt during the Power On Self Test POST If you do not press lt Delete gt POST continues with its routines Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options Using the power button reset button or the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system aN The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard
68. the system or enters the Advanced Mode Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage Selects the display language of output CPU chassis power fan speed the BIOS setup program f Exit Advanced Made SSI English Y BIOS Version 0207 Build Date 12 24 2010 CPU Type Genuine Intel R CPU 0 3 10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Monday 12 27 2010 Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1333MHz 3 4 Y Temperature F volage 9 Fan Speed CPU 113 0 F 45 5 V CPU_FAN 4 CHA_FAN ry r Ci System Performance Performance Energy Saving Normal W Boot Priority Use the Inouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the E Boot Menu F8 Default F5 Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority 4 The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system ASUS P8H61 M Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end users to configure the BIOS settings The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations 4 To access the EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu bar Pop up window General help ced CPU Configurati
69. tion to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 3 2 ASUS P8H61 M Innovative ASUS features ASUS EFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more flexible and convenient mouse controls You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system while the exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently accessed setup info while the Advanced Mode is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system settings ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real time OC now a reality with the ASUS TurboV This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS and its user friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away Moreover the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O C settings in different scenarios Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up This tool also provides stability testing Even O C beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integra
70. ts at mid board and back VO Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output 10 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at mid board 6 ports at the back panel 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors GPU Boost ASUS Turbo V Auto Tuning Al Suite II ASUS EPU ASUS Anti Surge protection ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 SFS Stepless Frequency Selection Internal Base Clock tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 1 x 24 pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x PS 2 Keyboard Mouse COMBO port 1 x Optical S PDIF out port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 1 x VGA port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI D port 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 3 x Audio jacks continued on the next page P8H61 M specifications summary BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 32 Mb Flash ROM EFI BIOS PnP DMI v2 0 WfM2 0 SMBIOS v2 6 ACPI v2 0a Multi language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s cables 1 x VO shield User Manual Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti virus sof
71. tware OEM version MicroATX form factor 9 6 in x 8 4 in 24 4 cm x 21 3 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice xi xii Product introduction 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P8H61 M motherboard The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard ASUS P8H61 M motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables Accessories 1 x I O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual Fa If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel Second Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel Second Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 processors in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2 channel 2 DIMMs DDR3 memory and a 16 PCI Express 2 0 lane This provides great graphics performance Intel Second Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world ASUS P8H6
72. usly enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Disabled Disables this function Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled The CPU runs at its default speed Enabled The operating system controls the CPU speed ASUS P8H61 M Turbo Mode Enabled This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the Intel Turbo Mode Technology Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition Disabled Disables this function CPU C1E Enabled Enabled Enables the C1E support function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State Disabled Disables this function CPU C3 Report Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS Configuration options Disabled Enabled CPU C6 Report Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS Configuration options Enabled Disabled 2 5 2 System Agent Configuration The System Agent Configuration menu allows you to change the northbridge chipset settings Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG iGPU Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options IGPU PCI iGPU PCI PEG PEG iGPU PEG PCI iGPU Memory 64M Allows you to set the I
73. utsch jr Sc 468932 AASB 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 2 3 3 System Time xx xx xx Allows you to set the system time 2 3 4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 11 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system Otherwise you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator p
74. xtreme Memory Profile XMP The Max 16GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB or above ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on market Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel Refer to Memory QVL for details Refer to www asus com for the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more Windows 32 bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32 bit operating system 1 x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Support dual VGA output HDMI DVI and D Sub Supports HDMI with max resolution up to 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports single link DVI with max resolution up to 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports D Sub with max resolution up to 2048 x 1536 75Hz Supports DirectX 10 1 Hardware Decode Acceleration for H 264 VC 1 and MPEG 2 Intel H61 Express Chipset 4x Serial ATA 3Gb s connectors Realtek 8111E Gigabit LAN controller continued on the next page P8H61 M specifications summary USB ASUS Special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Internal connectors Rear panel ports ALC887 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC supports Jack Detection and Front Panel Jack Retasking HD only Optical S PDIF out por

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