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ASUS P8H61M_PLUS Owner's Manual

1. lt ad EN KB USB56 CPU FAN E ks ER OO a ATX12V Z e s 5 8 E E elle aj a e l 3 a a gt le oe am a CH O le Si M a c S USB34 Kei rr SIS H CHA_FAN gg o Y amp IC d a ja fal 9 ajja Hes S LAN1 USB12 zi fal T x Rn e e I E Ga com1 AUDIO HHP us PCIEX16_1 j PCIEX1_1 Super P Intel PCIEX1_2 H61 32M Oss pwr Per ALO SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 0 887 SPDIF_OUT USB78 USB910 s SATA3G 4 SATA3G 3 eo 1 2 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 3 pin CHA_FAN ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 1 18 Intel LGA1155 CPU socket DDR3 DIMM slots 1 4 1 9 Intel H61 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G_1 2 3 4 Chapter 1 Product introduction E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 3 Connectors Jumpers Slots LED System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB910 1 20 Standby power LED SB_PWR 1 1 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT 1 19 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 3 4 11 11 5 08 16 PM 1 3 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel
2. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 9 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 9 e 4 11 11 5 03 28 Pm 1 4 2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB 1GB 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets 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 According to Intel CPU specification DIMM voltage below 1 65V is recommended to protect the CPU 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 maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market The default memory opera
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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 Fi The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to 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 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 18 e anit 5 08 17 PM SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to SPDIF for SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to HDMI for HDMI audio output Realtek LAN Cont
5. Vendors Part No AD31333001GOU ss AD30908C8D 151C E0906 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1DIMM 2 DIMMs AD31333G001GOU AD31333002GOU 3GB 3 x 1GB 2GB SS DS A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0903 AD31333G002GMU 2GB DS 1 65 1 85V 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB DS APACER AMSDSBOBDEWSBG 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB DS Apacer CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1GB ss AM5D5808FEQSBG 1 60V CM3X1024 1333C9 1GB ss 1 60V CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 G TR3X3G1333C9 G 3GB 3 x 1GB 3GB 3 x 1GB ss ss 1 50V CORSAIR CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1GB DS Corsair CORSAIR CMD24GX3M6A1333C9 XMP 24GB 6x4GB DS CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1333C9 8GB 4 x 2GB DS Crucial CT12864BA1339 8FF 1GB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT Crucial CT25664BA1339 16FF 2GB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP EBJ1OUEBEDFO DJ F 6GB 3 x 2GB 1GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage EBJ21UEBEDFO DJ F 2GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE Du F 1 35V low voltage F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK XMP 1GB G SKILL G SKILL F3 10666CL7T 3GBPK XMP 3GB 3 x 1GB 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10666CL9T 3GBNQ 3GB 3 x 1GB 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10600CL8D 4GBHK XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 5 1 6V G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V G SKILL F3 10666CL7T 6GBPK XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 5 1 6V
6. C From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you want to download then click Next Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 1 e AM1A 5 04 00 Pm E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 2 e 4 11 11 5 04 01 PM Fi 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 Enterthe Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press lt Enter gt to enable it File Path fsO Drive Folder Info fsO 01 24 11 10 23p 4194304 P8H61ML ROM d File Info MODEL Help Info Enter Selector Load Tab Switch Up Down PageUp PageDown Home End Move Esc Exit F2 Backup 2 2 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 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 lates
7. 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 19 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 19 e anit 5 08 17 PM My La fon 6 Power On By PCI Disabled Disabled Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by PCI devices Enabled Allows you to turn on the system through a PCI LAN or modem card This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PCIE Disabled 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 2 20 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 20 e 4h1A1 5 04 17 Pm Emm ONSE 2 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings Monitor MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed CPU Q Fan Control CPU Fan Speed Low Limit CPU Fan Profile Chassis Q Fan Control CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V
8. 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 Fi 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 8 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 Fi The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the Ge ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive If Autorun is enabled in your computer the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard Click Drivers Utilities Make Disk Manual and Contact tabs to display their I respective menus fo The following screen is for reference only Click an icon to display Support DVD motherboard information Click an item to install VA If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to c locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETU
9. Second Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 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 LA 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 3 1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU 1 Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard P8H61 M PLUS 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 do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU Retention tab 14 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 4 e 4 11 11 5 03 18 Pm 3 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted 4 Remo
10. Super Talent W1333UB4GS 4GB DS Samsung K4B2G0846C Super Talent W1333UX6GM 6GB 3x 2GB DS Micron 0BF27D9KPT Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N CG 2GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N CG Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N CG 2GB DS Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N CG 2GB DS Elixir Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N CG KINGSHARE KSRPCD313332G 4GB DS Elixir PATRIOT N2CB2G808N CG PM128M8D385 15 2GB DIMM PC3 10666 Samsung SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D KTG2G1333PG3 PSD31G13332H PSD31G13332 Patriot PM64M8D38U 15 PSD32G13332H RMR1870ED48E8F 1333 ELPIDA J1108BDBG DJ F SPOO1GBLTU133S01 NANYA NT5CB128M8AN CG SP001GBLTU133S02 elixir N2CB1680AN C6 SP002GBLTU133S02 elixir N2CB1680AN C6 TMS1GB364D081 107EY TMS1GB364D081 138EY TMS2GB364D081 107EY TMS2GB364D081 138EY TMS2GB364D082 138EW E41302GP0 73BDB WINTEC 3WVS31333 2G CNR 2GB DS AMPO AM3420803 13H SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support A Supports one module inserted into either slot as single channel memory configuration B Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual channel memory configuration Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL 1 12 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 12 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 4 11 11 5 03 36 PM EI e 1 4 3 Installing a DIMM e i U
11. To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press Enter D gt bupdater pc g 2 The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 BOARD BBHGISMSENUS VER 0223 DATE 01712972011 PATH BEN A P8H61ML ROM 4194304 2011 01 11 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Ex 3 Press Tab 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 4 Select Yes and press lt Enter gt When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer MN DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot H failure aN 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 system 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 PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 6 e anit 5 04 05 PM 2 2 BIOS setup progra
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13. Configuration options Disabled Enabled CPU C6 Report Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 2 5 2 System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter PEG iGPU Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options IGPU PCI GPU PCI PEG PEG IGPU PEG PCI iGPU Memory 64M Allows you to set the iGPU memory size Configuration options 32M 64M 96M 128M Render Standby Enabled Allows you to enable or disable Render Standby by internal graphics devices Configuration options Disabled Enabled iGPU Multi Monitor Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the internal graphics device s multi monitor support for add on VGA devices And the memory size for internal graphics device will keep 64MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer Configuration options Enabled Disabled 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 yo
14. Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 2 9 Exit Menu for details Ifthe system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value See section 1 6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 7 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 7 e 4 11 11 5 04 06 Pm EE TT BIOS menu screen e EE TT 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 LA The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2 7 Boot menu for details Displays the CPU motherboard temperature CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage output CPU chassis fan speed j P8H61 M PLUS D BIOS Version 0213 D I CPU Type Intel R Core TM i5 2400 CPU 3 10GHz Friday 10 08 2010 e i Temperature F voltage CZ a Fan Control Performance Energy Saving Boot Priority Selects the display language of the BIOS
15. Messages Setup Mode Boot Option 1 Boot Option 2 gt SATA XXXXXXXXXXXX gt SATA XXXXXXXXXXXX gt Hard Drive BBS Priorities gt CD DVD ROM 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 L4 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 set 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 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 23 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 23 e 411 11 5 04 20 Pm 2 24 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 The
16. Motherboard overview nennen 1 2 1 2 1 Placement direction A 1 2 1 2 2 SCrewholes oe etaed 1 2 1 2 23 Motherboard layout 1 3 1 24 Layout contents sss 1 3 Central Processing Unit CPU eee 1 4 1 3 1 Installing the CPU rc ete tiere 1 4 1 3 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1 7 1 3 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1 8 System E 1 9 1 4 1 ei RE EE ee H 1 9 1 4 2 Memory configurations 1 10 1 4 3 Installing a DIMM ee ee eke Re ek RR Ge RR RR ee ee 1 13 1 4 4 Removing a DIMM ee ee ee ee ee GR Ke ER ER Ee AR Ee ee 1 13 Expansion slots eese KERE Re RARR Ke Re Ke REK Re ER maania 1 14 1 5 1 Installing an expansion Card 1 14 1 5 2 Configuring an expansion Car 1 14 er RE 1 14 1 5 4 PCI Express x1 slot sss 1 14 1 5 5 X PCI Express x16 slot 1 14 Ming cp ER Ee 1 15 COnNCCIONS 1 16 1 7 1 Rear panel conpnechors sss 1 16 1 7 2 Internal connectors AAA 1 17 Software SUDDOF iseer eise ker vee KERE ve ke ee ER be GR ee FR he 1 22 1 8 1 Installing an operating system see ee ee ee ee ek ee 1 22 1 82 Support DVD informatON ee ee sss 1 22 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 3 e 41 11 5 08 05 PM HEET TT 8 Contents Chapter 2 BIOS information 21 Managing and updating your BIOS ees 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update
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18. injury and damage motherboard components 1 5 1 Installing an expansion 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 5 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turnon 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 LN 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 5 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 5 4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and ot
19. optical drives via Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s signal cables TT 3 SATA3G 2 SATA3G 1 D Ki EES BRESRES Ne o O SATA3G 4 SATA3G 3 zg 28 28 20 N LES SE EI N deed EE DU mm Ee P8H61 M PLUS SATA connectors EN You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives When using hot plug and NCQ set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to AHCI Mode See section 2 5 4 SATA Configuration for details 7 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB78 USB910 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 USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed USB78 USB910 e oe EN om DD 22 GND NC GND NC USB_P8 USB 5V USB P10 USB_P10 8 B PIN 1 PIN 1 EER z o INO Iho P8H61 M PLUS USB2 0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard Z The USB module cable is purchased separately 1 20 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 411 11 5 08 56 PM E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 21 e 4 11 11 5 03 57 Pm System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted function
20. settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field ie values can cause the system to malfunction P The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Lol Ai Tweaker Memory Frequency iGPU Max Frequency gt GPU Boost gt DRAM Timing Control Target DRAM Speed xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed 2 4 1 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz A Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this d happens revert to the default setting Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 13 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 13 e anit 5 04 14 PM 2 14 2 4 2 iGPU Max Frequency Auto Auto The iGPU frequency may be optimized depending on the system loading Manual The input value is the optimal iGPU frequency However the frequency may vary depending on the system loading 2 4 3 GPU Boost OK OK Select OK to automatically optimize the iGPU frequency Cancel Select Cancel to use a fixed iGPU frequency 2 4 4 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 N Changing the values in this menu may c
21. setup program Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1333MHz Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the bootlpriority Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Displays the system properties of the Normal mode selected mode on the right hand side Clicks to display all fan speeds if available Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes saves the changes and resets the system or enters the Advanced Mode Exit Advanced Mode English Build Date 01 19 2011 Speed 3100 MHz d Fan Speed e CPU FAN Boot Menu F8 Default F5 Loads optimized default ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority LA The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system c The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the System 2 8 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 8 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 41 11 5 04 09 PM EESSS e E TT 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 L4 To access the EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Advanced d Devices Configuration gt HD Audio Controller Front Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Realtek LAN Controller R
22. 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 Page Up Page Down 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 Enter to display a list of options ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 10 e A 11 11 5 04 11 Pm 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 Francais Deutsch fj fre sc 8 88 rh xc HAGE 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx x
23. utility sss 2 1 24 2 SASUSEZ Flashi2 iae gie ans 2 2 2 4 8 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility s 2 3 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2 2 BIOS setup program Re Bee RE BERE nennen Ee Ee EE Re Ee Re Ee 2 3 Main UU 2 3 1 System Language English 2 3 2 System Date Day vabvbkauax sss 2 11 2 3 8 System Time Ivan 2 11 234 SECUN EA AE R H Ee Os 24 Ai Tweaker menu 2 4 1 Memory Frequency Auto e 2 13 2 4 2 iGPU Max Frequency Auto sss 2 14 2 4 8 GPU Boost OK 2 14 2 4 4 DRAM Timing Contre 2 14 I 2 5 Advanced menu essens ee 2 5 1 CPU Configuration 2 5 2 System Agent Configuration sss 2 17 2 5 3 PCH Configuration sss 2 17 2 5 4 SATA Configuration sss 2 17 2 5 5 USB Configuration sss 2 18 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration 2 18 2 5 7 IERE die ei ee inh ee 2 19 2 6 Monitor MENU sees vee se se ee ee Re Ke EE BE RE KERE REKE ERK Ke Ke RR EE ER nennen 2 21 2 6 1 CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F 2 21 2 6 2 CPU Chassis Fan Speed 2 21 2 6 3 CPU Q Fan Control Enabled 2 21 2 6 4 Chassis Q Fan Control Disabled 2 22 2 6 5 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage 2 22 2 6 6 X Anti Surge
24. 1GB Micron 9FF22D9KPT MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4D1 MT16JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 2GB 2GB MICRON Micron D9LGK 9KF27D9KPT 9 9 MT16JTF51264AZ 1G4D1 4GB MICRON D9LGK OCZ3G1333LV3GK 3GB 3 x 1GB 9 9 9 20 1 65V OCZ3F13334GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 20 1 7V 0CZ3G13334GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 20 1 7V OCZ3G1333LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 20 1 65V Chapter 1 Product introduction OCZ3P1333LV4GK OCZ3X13334GK XMP E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 11 4GB 2 x 2GB 4GB 2 x 2GB DS continued on the next page 7 7 7 20 1 65V 7 7 7 20 1 75V 4 11 11 5 03 33 PM DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6GB 3 x 2GB Voltage DIMM socket support Optional __1DIMM_2DINMs OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6GB 3 x 2GB OCZ3X1333L V6GK XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB OCZ3G1333LV8GK 8GB 2x 4GB OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK 8GB 2x 4GB AL7F8G73D DG1 1GB ss A3P1GF3DGF AL7F8G73F DJ2 1GB PSC A3P1GF3FGF AL8F8G73D DG1 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3DGF AL8F8G73F DJ2 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF SAMSUNG M378B2873FHS CH9 1GB ss SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0 CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG M378B5273CHO CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C Super Talent W1333UA1GH 1GB SS HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR Super Talent W1333UB2GS 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F
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26. EE e NEN P8H61 M PLUS Le po Co Be eb at om rx e E6335 First Edition V1 February 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 FURNISHE
27. Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel H61 Express Chipset 2 x DIMM max 16GB DDR3 1333 1066 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List 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 Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Storage Intel H61 Express Chipset e 4x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors e Realtek 8111E PCle Gigabit LAN controller Realtek ALC887 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Usea chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output Intel H61 Express Chipset 10xUSB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at the mid board 6 ports at the back panel ASUS unique ESD features GPU Boost ASUS Anti Surge Protection ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 100 All High quality Co
28. OS reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC when 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 15 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 15 e 4h1A1 5 03 42 Pm MEG 8 1 7 Connectors 1 7 1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 10 9 8 7 6 5 1 PS 2 Keyboard Mouse Combo port This port is for a PS 2 keyboard or PS 2 mouse 2 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications LAN port LED indications Activity Link Speed LED Activity Link LED Speed LED LED OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection I ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port 3 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 4 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 5 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Fi Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configur
29. P EXE to run the DVD 1 22 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 22 e 4 11 11 5 03 58 Pm BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS A 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 e To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD into the optical drive 2 Click the Utilities tab then click ASUS Update 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation A Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt ASUS Update gt ASUS Update to launch the ASUS Update utility 2 From the dropdown 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 or click Auto Select then click Next
30. Support Enabled A 2 22 2 7 ee dil 2 23 2 7 1 Bootup NumLock State Ont 2 23 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled sssss 2 23 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 4 e anit 5 08 05 PM MEE e Contents 2 7 3 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS 2 23 2 7 4 Setup Mode EZ Model 2 24 2 7 5 Boot Option Priorities ee ee ee RR Re RR Ge Re 2 24 2 7 6 Boot Override 2 8 Tools menu 2 81 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility sss 2 25 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Information sess 2 25 2 83 ASUS OC Profile NENNEN 2 25 2 9 a ALE 2 26 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 5 e 4h1 1 5 08 05 PM E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 6 e anit 5 08 07 PM 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
31. 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 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 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 21 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 21 e A 11 11 5 04 18 Pm E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 22 e 4h1A1 5 04 19 Pm 2 22 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 Standard Sets to Standard to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan spe
32. _FAN D a H H H NE n cO E 2 Dr mm EE EE P8H61 M PLUS CPU fan connector CPU FAN ad CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND A Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector 1 3 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 e fan assembly from the motherboard E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 8 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 411 11 5 08 25 PM 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 5 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling 1 4 System memory 1 4 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 Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM B1 P8H61 M PLUS 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets DIMM A1 DIMM B1
33. age includes 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 e the holes on the motherboard Orient the heatsink and fan assembly Such that the CPU fan cable is closest to gt the CPU fan connector 2 Push down two fasteners at a time ina 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 7 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 7 e 4 11 11 5 03 23 Pm 3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU
34. an connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 3 pin CHA FAN Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector CPU FAN H GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR CHA_FAN mmm UI n 382 EK Dm unum emm es 2 P8H61 M PLUS Fan connectors e Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the e A system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors fo The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A 24 W fan power 5 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis TT SPDIFOUT GND B n e SPDIF_OUT P8H61 M PLUS Digital audio connector fo The S PDIF module is purchased separately Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 19 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 19 e 4 11 11 5 03 53 Pm E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 20 e 6 Intel H61 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G 1 4 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s hard disk drives and
35. ation Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Light Blue Rear 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 fo To configure an 8 channel audio output m Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8 channel audio output 1 16 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 16 e anit 5 08 46 PM E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 17 e 10 USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices Video Graphics Adapter VGA port This 15 pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices DVI D 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 USB 2 0 ports 5 and 6 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices 1 7 2 Internal connectors 1 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front pa
36. ause the system to become unstable If this eS happens revert to the default settings ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 14 e 411 11 5 04 14 Pm 2 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices i Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values HELME can cause the system to malfunction System Agent Configuration gt PCH Configuration gt SATA Configuration gt USB Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects l The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 15 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 15 e anit 5 08 15 PM E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 16 e A 11 11 5 04 16 Pm Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor pac
37. ave 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 Esc 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 devices that have a filesystem 2 26 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 26 e 411 11 5 04 22 Pm ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site www asus com tw Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA Telephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site usa asus com Technical Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com EN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria EN Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959911 Web site www asus de Online contact www asus de sales Technical Support Telephone Component 49 1805 010923 Telephone System Notebook Eee LCD 49 1805 010920 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support supp
38. bility 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 eS system boot failure Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 3 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 3 e 4 11 11 5 04 02 Pm 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 N NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive 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 F8 to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot
39. by C 5 Volts D j U Power 0K 5 Volts a sin D GND C CH GND 5 Volts C GND 10O 22 GND IIGI GND DIe 5 Volts IC HH PSON GND 4C GND co H 3 Volts 12 Volts 2 3 Volts IC 3 Volts Dg unum m coc mI P8H61 M PLUS ATX power connectors A Fora 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 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 The system may become unstable or may e not boot up if the power is inadequate e f 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 SLanguagezen us for details 3 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM This connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis P8H61 M PLUS Serial port COM1 connector f The COM module is purchased separately 1 18 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 18 e 4 11 11 5 03 51 Pm 4 CPU and chassis f
40. device 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 Enter 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 PLUS E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 4 e 4h1A1 5 04 04 Pm MEG 8 Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater N Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater o filename and press Enter 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 BIOS backup is done press any key to return to the DOS prompt ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 BOARD BBHGISMSPLUS BOARD 00 VER 9223 VER Unknown DATE 01712972011 DATE Unknown PATH BEN I BIOS backup is done Press any key to continue Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 5 e anit 5 04 04 PM MEE e B Updating the BIOS file
41. ealtek PXE OPROM Disabled Enabled gt Serial Port Configuration Submenu item Pop up window 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 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 9 e anit 5 04 11 PM 2 10 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 Pop up window Select a menu item and press lt Enter gt to display a pop up window with the configuration options for that item Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on
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43. ed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed 2 6 4 Chassis Q Fan Control Disabled Disabled Disables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed 2 6 5 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 6 Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P8H61 M PLUS Ms ONSE 2 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Full Screen Logo Option ROM
44. er 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 immediately 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 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 7 e anit 5 08 08 PM Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following s
45. her cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 5 5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 2 0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications ASUS P8H61 M PLUS my EXIIT e M 1 6 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 cT i CLRTC 4 2 23 EE sje cj e Normal Clear RTC d ss Default off mm P8H61 M PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 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 4 Hold down the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter e e data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default 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 CM
46. kage Configuration options All 1 2 3 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 simultaneously 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 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 the operating system
47. m 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 Delete during the Power On Self Test POST If you do not press Delete 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 Pressthe 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 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 Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this I motherboard Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program fthe system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the
48. nductive Polymer Capacitors continued on the next page E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 9 e anit 5 08 10 PM TTT o P8H61 M PLUS specifications summary Rear panel ports 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse combo port 1 x DVI D port 1 x D Sub port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 6 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 3 x Audio jacks TCE eel Clea 2x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 1 1 switches buttons ports 4 x SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S PDIF Out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24 pin EATX power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V power connector BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM EFI BIOS PnP DMI v2 0 WfM 2 0 ACPI v2 0a SM BIOS v2 6 Multi language BIOS Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables 1 x VO shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD I Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version Form factor MicroATX form factor 9 6 in x 8 0 in 24 4 cm x 20 3 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 10 e anit 5 08 10 PM Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS P8H61 M PLUS motherboard Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your motherboard package Refer to page x for the list of accessories L4 If any of the items is damaged or missing c
49. nel audio VO module cable to this connector PE a ae E WW WW W o an 2 2 zuiu LL Qoo o oan N zz z NAAR FOE aveo gero SIE SEE 2 Besos EE P 5 99 WE 2 ES 4 HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61 M PLUS Front panel audio connector aN We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to HD If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD See section 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 17 4 11 11 5 08 48 PM 2 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit ATX12V EATXPWR TT OO aa 3 vors FA GND aa 12 Volts 5 Volts pues 12 Volts C L H 5 Volts hi 5V Stand
50. nit 5 08 12 PM 1 2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it f 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 2 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 2 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis l Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard i e 8 EI Ls ca Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61 M PLUS ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 2 e anit 5 08 14 Pm 1 2 3 Motherboard layout 20 3cm 8 0in 9 9
51. nplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components e Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components 1 Press the retaining clips outward to DIMM notch unlock a DIMM socket 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into i 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 4 4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM o amm fo Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 13 E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 13 e 4 11 11 5 03 39 Pm E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 14 e 4 11 11 5 03 40 Pm 1 14 1 5 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
52. ontact your retailer 1 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings N 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 e Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them e 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 components 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 d SB_PWR ON OFF Dar MED ry Standby Power Powered Off P8H61 M PLUS Onboard LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 1 e a
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54. roller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled 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 IOZ3F8h IRQ 4 Allows you to select the Serial Port base address Configuration options IO 3F8h IRQ 4 IO 2F8h IRQ 3 IO 3E8h IRQ 4 IO 2E8h IRQ 3 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
55. s o D m 2 f Ed PLED Ground Speaker LED Ground B e a m e PLED PANEL PIN 1 Co n L 3 SS Og mon Com A Requires an ATX power supply P8H61 M PLUS System panel connector PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE LED I IDE LED m is S m 2 in 7 m 4 PWRSW 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 21 1 8 Software support 1 8 1 Installing an operating system
56. se 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 LA To select the boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears To access Windows OS in Safe Mode do any of the following Press F5 when ASUS Logo appears Press F8 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 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 24 e 4 11 11 5 04 20 Pm 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 2 Utility gt ASUS SPD Information gt ASUS O C Profile 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Press Enter to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen LA For more details see 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 LA The Setup Profile Status i
57. strator password 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 If you 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 e a password this item shows Installed e 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 Enter 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 Enter 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed 2 12 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 12 e A 11 11 5 04 12 Pm 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items A H Be cautious when changing the
58. t 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 AN 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 A Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61ML ROM The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version Download the latest BIOS file 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 sta
59. tems 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 Enter 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 Enter 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 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 25 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 25 e 41111 5 04 21 Pm 2 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you 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 e Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to e 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 s
60. 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 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 pow
61. tion 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 manual memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 2 DIMMs or overclocking condition P8H61 M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1066 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip NO Timing Voltage Support Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs CT12864BA1067 8FF Micron 9GF22D9KPT CT25664BA1067 16FF 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT EBJIOUEBEDFO AE F 1GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F gg EBJMUDSBAFA AE E 1GB Elpida J5308BASE AC E S 1 35V low EBJPIUESEDFO AE F 2GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE Du F Vlees KVR1066D3N7 1G 1GB KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 2G GB ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F 1 5V KVR1066D3N7 4G 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 1 5V MT8JTF12864AZ 1G1F1 1GB Micron 9GF22D9KPT gt MT16JTF25664AZ 1G1F1 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT OCZ3G1066LV4GK 4GB 2 x 2GB Micron 9BF27D9KPV 1 65V M2Y2G64CB8HCSN BE 2GB Elixir N2CB1G80CN BE M2Y2G64CBHA9N BE 2GB M2Y2G64CBHC9N BE 2GB Elixir 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 2GB Hynix 1 10 ASUS P8H61 M PLUS E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 10 e 4 11 11 5 03 30 Pm DDR3 1333 MHz capability
62. u want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices AHCI Mode Set to AHCI Mode when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands Serial ATA Controller 0 Enhanced This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to IDE Model 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 operating systems Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 17 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 17 e anit 5 08 16 PM 2 18 Serial ATA Controller 1 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 SMART 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 2 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features
63. ve 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 5 e 4h1 1 5 08 20 PM m e 6 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 step 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 i f The Thermal Interface Material is 7 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 8 Insert the load lever under the retention tab E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 6 e ASUS P8H61 M PLUS 4 11 11 5 03 21 PM 1 3 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 N When you buy a boxed Intel processor the pack
64. 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 measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease 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 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
65. xxx 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 LA If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 6 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 E6335 P8H61 M PLUS indb 11 e 2 11 4 11 11 5 08 12 PM 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 Enter 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 admini
66. ymbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task X CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task A IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task ff NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information 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 e 2 Optional documentation e 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 Key Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example Enter 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 lt D gt viii E6335_P8H61 M PLUS indb 8 e 4 11 11 5 03 09 Pm TTT o P8H61 M PLUS specifications summary LGA1155 socket for Intel Second

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