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P8H61-M LK R2.0

1. D OFF Standby Power Powered Off Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 3 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it 4 4 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 3 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 3 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis 7 Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard Place this side towards the rear of the chassis GI MEN EN ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 3 3 Motherboard layout 1 2 yy 4 17 3cm 6 8in EE KBMS CPU FAN EPU T T 5 5 o o E E E E ele e N N a a e ce USB34 LAN_USB12 RTL DDR3 DIMM_A1 DDR3 DIMM_B1 22 6cm 8 9in CHA FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power 7 PCIEX16 P8H61 M LK R2 0 AUDIO EATXPWR N 8111F 9 9 lt lt Paexi1 lt lt siale ES E Intel 2 M H61 2 lt SB PWR USB56 USB910 CLRTC RT mer BERLE CO
2. G SKILL 18GBZHD XMP1 3 16GB 4GBx4 DS 11 11 11 31 1 65V G SKILL F3 19200CL9Q 4GBPIS XMP 4GB 2GBx2 DS 9 11 9 28 1 65V DDR3 2250 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs KHX2250C9D3T1K2 KINGSTON SX XP AGB 2GBx2 DS 1 65V DDR3 2200 MHz capability Chi Chi DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS SE nos Timing Voltage Optional a 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs G SKILL F3 17600CL8D 4GBPS XMP 4GB 2GBx2 DS 8 8 8 24 1 65V GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC XMP 2GB DS 9 10 9 28 165V KINGMAX FLKE85F B8KJAFEIH XMP 4GB 2GBx2 DS DDR3 2133 MHz capability Chi Chi DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS ze Ho Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs CORSAIR CMT16GX3M4X2133C9 XMP 1 3 16GB 4GBx4 DS 9 11 10 27 1 50V CORSAIR CMT8GX3M2B2133C9 XMP 8GB 4GBx2 DS 9 11 9 27 1 50V s KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3T1K2 16GX XMP 16GB 8GB x 2 16V gt DS 3 n KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4 8GX XMP 8GB Ax2GB DS mm 1 65V DDR3 2000 MHz capability Chi Chi DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS SE ou Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs G SKILL F3 16000CL9D AGBFLS XMP 4GB 2GB x2 9 9 9 24 1 65V gt 2GBx2 DS 9 9 G SKILL F3 16000CL9D 4GBTD XMP 4GB 2GBx2 DS 9 9 9 27 1 65V GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC 4GB 2GBx2 DS 9 9 9 28 1 65V Ch
3. ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 SPEAKER 5 e m O OOS zz O 5 5 d H 0 mr Om mm CE BR PIN 1 P8H61 M LK R2 0 Speaker Out Connector 1 21 1 22 4 CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 4 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 PWM M LK R2 0 i mom mm Hh D i 0 0 umm CPU FAN GND CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR CHA FAN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8H61 M LK R2 0 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors The CPU FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A 24 W fan power Only the 4 pin CPU fan and Chassis fan support ASUS FanXpert feature Chapter 1 Product introduction 5 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB56 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
4. 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 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 Disabled Disabled Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event Enabled Enables the PCIE devices 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 Mi
5. 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 viii P8H61 M LK R2 0 specifications summary Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel 3rd 2nd Generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors Supports Intel 22nm 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 2 X DIMMs max 16GB DDR3 1333 1066 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Referto 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 1 x PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots PCle 3 0 speed is supported by Intel 3rd generation Core processors Supports D Sub with max resolution of 2048 x 1536 75Hz Max UMA Memory 1024MB Intel H61 Express Chipset 4x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors Realtek 8111F
6. gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Long duration maintained Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Short duration power limit Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Primary Plane Current Limit Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Secondary Plane Current Limit Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Chapter 2 Getting started 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 ITI ER HH Conf nri Sin Gaal ied ion ee grad Card buret im MT pp hral jim lard Bee los Cumf liar sl ker AM Bedunrh tari ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 15 2 16 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects aN The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed 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 Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 3 Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Enabled
7. 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 20 to 10096 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature 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 096 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under 40 C the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Chapter 2 Getting started 2 6 5 Chassis Q Fan Control Enabled Chassis Q Fan Control Enabled 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 Manual
8. LA The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the lt Setup Mode item in section 2 7 Boot menu for details Selects the display language of the Clicks to display all fan BIOS setup program speeds if available Displays the CPU motherboard temperature Exits the BIOS setup program without saving CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage output the changes saves the changes and resets CPU chassis fan speed the system or enters the Advanced Mode PRG LA L l MM sel MEI I A Tape lebe CN Core CA ar N NEAR T Ziturdag EV NI fatal Mesery UP HI TEEL TL pu t erger bare F tela F ja per EET EI Be ie muse Lo drag B bageri R OR J de dede le bard Ula har iced TE LENS FT Aard Fer PED bra li FI Selects the Displays the boot device Advanced mode Power Saving mode Loads optimized default priority functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the Displays the system properties m Advanced mode of the selected mode on the Selects the boot device priority functions right hand side fF The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system sa The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 7 2 8 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 R
9. 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 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 lt Enter gt to display a list of options ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 9 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 smies BET I pr tmira Laif actes isa ar i T 2 3 1 System Language English Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options Configuration optio
10. 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 AN 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 6 3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2 0 x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 6 4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x16 slot at 16x mode that supports PCI Express 2 0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications Ff Intel 3rd generation Core processors support PCle 3 0 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 17 1 7 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 CLRTC h 1 2 2 3 mg em Normal C
11. 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 7 1 4 1 Installing the CPU AN The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket Chapter 1 Product introduction ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 4 2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary 1 10 Chapter 1 Product introduction ssembly Il the CPU heatsink and fan a To uninsta ux S 1 FR p 1 5 System memory 1 5 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 DIMM B1 X z 2 a Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM A1 Channel B DI
12. 2 Getting started 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 cred pl inc M ur iib 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 F5 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 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 29 2 30 Chapter 2 Getting started Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is sub
13. Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 5 Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field 6 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done N 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 Chapter 2 Getting started 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 aN Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H61MLKR CAP 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
14. EIE EP SPEAKER relle imp Ge 9 D WA 6 1 3 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN and 4 pin CHA FAN Intel LGA1155 CPU socket DDR3 DIMM slots Intel H61 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G 1 2 3 4 System panel connector 10 1 pin PANEL Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 Standby power LED SB PWR Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP eqs Oe BIERE 1 6 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 4 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel 2nd 3rd Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors a L3 Tg od D URI mom m D d Em LI P8H61 M LK R2 0 CPU socket LGA1155 Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and EN Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU the 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
15. Incorrect field NA values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard IGPU Pan Frege Dan Tisi Cosimi Nu Poe ru Target CPU Speed xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU speed Target DRAM Speed xxxxMHz Displays the target DRAM speed 2 4 1 CPU bus speed DRAM speed ratio mode Auto Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode Auto DRAM speed is set to the optimized settings 100 133 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 133 100 100 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 100 Chapter 2 Getting started 2 4 2 Memory Freguency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1400MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1800MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR3 2000MHz DDR3 2133MHz DDR3 2200MHz DDR3 2400MHz DDR3 2600MHz DDR3 2666MHz DDR3 2800MHz DDR3 2933MHz DDR3 3000MHz DDRS3 3200MHz AN Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default setting 2 4 3 IGPU Max Frequency Auto Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency The values range from xxxxMHz by CPU to 3000MHz with a 50Mhz interval Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value 2 4 4 DRAM Timing Control The sub items in this menu allow you t
16. 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 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 13 1 14 P8H61 M LK R2 0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2666 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs G SKILL F3 2666C11Q 16GTXD XMP 16GB 4GBx4 DS 11 13 13 35 1 65V DDR3 2600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs F3 2600CL10Q G SKILL 180BZMDIXMP 16GB 4GBx4 DS 10 42 12 31 1 65V F3 2600CL11Q DDR3 2400 MHz capability 3 DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Copa GP Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs CORSAIR CMGTX8 XMP BGB 2GBx4 SS 10 12 10 27 1 65V F3 19200CL11Q
17. USB2 0 EHCI Controller 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 USB Single Port Control USB 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 Enabled Enabled Enables USB 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 Disabled Disables USB 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 19 2 20 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 Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller
18. c 2 10 2 3 1 System Language English 2 10 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xxX 00 X1 eese 2 10 2 3 3 System Time XX XX XX a aa 2 10 2 3 4 EE EE 2 10 Ai Tweaker menu u u uu uu u 2 12 2 4 1 CPU bus speed DRAM speed ratio mode Auto 2 12 2 4 2 Memory Frequency Auto 2 13 2 4 3 IGPU Max Frequency Auto 2 13 2 4 4 DRAM oe COM ME RE EE N 2 13 2 4 5 CPU Power Management ee ee Re Re Re Re ee AA ens 2 13 PROVENCE NE rn 2 15 2 5 1 t ERST 2 16 2 5 2 PCH COMMU AU OM Sn 2 17 2 5 3 SATA Configuration 2 18 2 5 4 System Agent Configuration ee ee ke ek Re Re Ge RA RA RA 2 18 2 5 5 USB Configuration see Ge Ge ee Re EG 2 19 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration 2 19 aa EE EE NE OE EE 2 20 2 5 8 ENN 2 21 Monitor menu ee EER U RR RE EER uu uu u 2 21 2 6 1 CPU Temperature MB Temperature Doo C xxx F 2 21 2 6 2 CPU Chassis Fan Speed poxx RPM or Ignore N A 2 22 2 6 3 CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage 2 22 2 6 4 CPU Q Fan Control Enabled 2 22 2 6 5 Chassis Q Fan Control Enabled 2 23 2 6 6 Anti S
19. into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 1 5 4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM Z 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 6 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 N Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 6 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 6 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card
20. or system We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system N 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 motherboard Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting 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 for details If the 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 7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM Chapter 2 Getting started 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
21. plug support for each SATA port Configuration options Enabled Disabled 2 5 4 System Agent Configuration Memory Remap Feature Enabled Enabled Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB Disabled Disables this function Graphics Configuration Primary Display Auto Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options Auto iGPU PCIE Chapter 2 Getting started iGPU Memory Auto Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5 0 used by the iGPU Configuration options 32M 64M 96M 128M 448M 480M 512M 1024M Render Standby Enabled Allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU power use when idle Configuration options Disabled Enabled IGPU Multi Monitor Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the iGPU Multi Monitor For Lucid Virtu Universal MVP function support set this item to Enabled to empower both the integrated and discrete graphic cards The iGPU shared memory size will be fixed at 64MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Intel USB2 0 EHCI Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Intel USB2 0 EHCI Controller Disabled Disables the Intel
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23. 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 6 sec 7 sec 8 sec 9 sec 10 sec 2 7 3 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 4 Wait for F1 If Error Enabled When this item is set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 7 5 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 6 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 7 CSM Compatibility Support Module This option controls whether or not CSM will be launched Launch CSM Auto Configuration option Auto Enabled Disabled Z The following four items appear only when you set Launch CSM to Enabled Boot Device Control UEFI and Legacy OpROM Configuration option UEFI and Legacy OpROM Legacy OpROM only UEFI only ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 25 Boot from Network Devices Legacy OpROM first Configuration option Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from Storage Devices Legacy OpROM first Configuratio
24. 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 Hardware Prefetcher Enabled Disabled Disables this function Enabled Allows you to turn on off the Mid Level Cache L2 streamer prefetcher Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled Disabled Disables this function Enabled Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching CPU Power Management Configuration 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 to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Chapter 2 Getting started 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 Allows you to enable or disable the Intel amp Turbo Mode Technology Disa
25. 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 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 5 2 6 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 e 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 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 N 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
26. BX from File Configuration options Ok ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 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 MIB EX Flis 2 Did lin FE SPE Leder ise AE DA Fulle 28 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 DIMM A1 Displays the Serial Presence Detect SPD information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot Configuration options DIMM A1 DIMM B1 2 8 3 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings Z The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created e 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 Z 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
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28. MM B1 DI 0 mom m Llum P8H61 M LK R2 0 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets k N 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 optimal compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code D C from the same vendor Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU s capabilities and other installed devices 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
29. PCle Gigabit LAN controller ALC887 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Supports Multi Streaming Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output 8 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at the mid board 4 ports at the back panel ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Network iControl ASUS AI Charger ASUS WebStorage ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q Fan2 only supported by 4 pin CPU fan and Chassis fan ASUS MyLogo 2 The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows XPNista operating systems continued on the next page P8H61 M LK R2 0 specifications summary Rear panel ports 1 x PS 2 keyboard port purple 1 x PS 2 mouse port green 1 x D Sub port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 3 x Audio jacks Internal connectors 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 1 1 jumpers ports 4 X SATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 1 x 4 pin CPU fan connector 1 x 4 pin chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker header 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM EFI BIOS PnP DMI v2 0 WfM 2 0 ACPI v2 0a SM BIOS v2 7 SLP 3 0 EUP ready Manageability WOL PXE PME Wake Up Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables 1 x VO shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Driver
30. PS 2 Keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard 1 8 2 Internal connectors T 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 panel audio I O module cable to this connector c c gt Lr wW Lu E m uo z 2 9 z EE ooi Goo o zo o lt ZZ Z PIN 1 Aagmono Jd NO M Oq s Vs JZ al AA AT Aa o OOOO zo EE LAAHAA lt S s EE 7 DQ m HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61 M LK R2 0 Front panel audio connector L 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 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are d
31. Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters LA The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to Manual Chassis Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C Chassis Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis Lower Temperature 40 Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 60 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature is under 40 C the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle 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 LK R2 0 2 23 2 24 2 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options USE Lt FY L gmark ani LE rg Lar Slack OT cub ul Aer Bach aller M Four Law Fall Koren l gn FT belaj Tine Bcubuj Munich Stal ait f Sii 6m EP Bes Setup Pruis Lr IM IEEE Baba rd 2 7 1 Fast Boot Enabled Enable or disable boot with initialization of
32. Support DVD motherboard information HaaRok LAN Lippe Inte Graphics Accolaeior Li Menagument Lr pir lala i as Moton Intemei spcurity Solution APTO By Click an item to install Z If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS LN 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 AK 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 Specials menu appears Click the Utilities tab then click Al Suite II 2 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation Fi 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 Al Suite Il gt AI S
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34. These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed USB56 USB910 zd 9 p RR ras Ee m m m onma NNNZO NNNZO 535502 5353502 PIN 1 PIN 1 D i s o5650 6262 I O 10 Id an 229 288 P8H61 M LK R2 0 USB2 0 connectors AN Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard L4 The USB module cable is purchased separately ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 24 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 optical drives via Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s signal cables SATA3G 1 GND RSATA RXP1 RSATA RXN1 GND RSATA TXN1 RSATA TXP1 GND SATA3G 3 GND RSATA RXP3 RSATA RXN3 GND RSATA TXN3 RSATA TXP3 GND SATA3G 2 RSATA TXP2 RSATA TXN2 RSATA RXN2 RSATA RXP2 SATA3G 4 GND RSATA TXP4 RSATA TXN4 GND RSATA RXN4 RSATA RXP4 P8H61 M LK R2 0 SATA 3 0Gb s connectors hard disk drives You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA Due to H61 Chipset limitation AHCI Mode only works on Windows Vista Windows 7 Pl
35. US Anti Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply PSU Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds based on different ambient temperatures resulting to a quiet and cool computing environment 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 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 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 eliminates 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 requirement in regards to energy consumptions This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment friend
36. a minimal set of devices to launch active boot option Configuration options Disabled Enabled Z The following three items appear only when you set Fast Boot to Enabled USB Support Partial Initial Disabled All USB devices will not be available until after OS boot Full Initial All USB devices will be available in OS and during POST Partial Initial Specific USB port device will not be available before OS boot PS 2 Keyboard and Mouse Support Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Disables PS 2 keyboard and mouse support during POST Full Initialization PS 2 keyboard and mouse support are enabled during POST Network Stack Driver Support Disabled Disabled The BIOS skips over the Network Stack Driver and tries to boot from the next device Enabled Allows the BIOS to boot from the Network Stack Driver Chapter 2 Getting started Next boot after AC Power Loss Normal Boot Normal Boot X Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss Fast Boot Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled Enabled Enables the full screen logo display feature Disabled Disables the full screen logo display feature Z Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature Post Logo Delay Time 3 sec Allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post logo Configuration options 0 sec 1 sec
37. an Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement irm eum E GRA E HK B EMMI ALT HEEL ELE ES TERE PGMs VC ORE HI 7 9 ZX EN NS KE Fr AARU Sr TES S aj IKE EHEELTI ATA SAANS AILE T IRS ARU ERLTERNSKESE BUMNGLIIE LIT SE ESEG LT EZBSERBIYNSTIELGEO0SUuRLTTSu KC Korea Warning Statement p 7121 CLAS 94347124 d le AAB BARGE CE AM HEHE Ae HAS sj l BE jeep ALR dede L 4 343 HX sde VER AIS 299 du FF di y s Appendices 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 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 ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecti
38. apter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1866 MHz capability DIMM socket support Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Vendors Part No Size ae Shoe GOP Timing Voltage CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 4GB 2 x2GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 65V d F3 14900CL10Q2 GSKLL g4GBZLDIXMPI 3 64GB 8GBx8 DS 10 11 40 30 1 5V G SKILL F3 14900CL9D 8GBXL XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 10 9 28 15V gt KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x2GB DS ge 1 65V DDR3 1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs CORSAIR CMP4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 9 9 9 24 165V CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1600C9 XMP 8GB 4x2GB DS s 9 9 9 24 1 65V G SKILL F3 12800CL7D 4GBRM XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB DS 7 8 7 24 1 6V i G SKILL F3 12800CL9T SGBNQ XMP 6GB 3x2GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2 4G 4GB 2 x 2GB SS 1 5V DDR3 1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs Apacer 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB DS Apacer AM5D5808DEWSBG CORSAIR TR3X6G1333C9 G 6GB 3x 2GB SS 9 9 9 24 1 50V CORSAIR CMD8GX3M4A1333C7 8GB 4 x 2GB DS 7 7 7 20 1 60V KINGMAX FLFE85F C8KL9 NAES 2GB SS KINGMAX _KFC8FNLXF DXX 15A DDR3 1066 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendor
39. bled Disables this function Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition CPU C1E Auto Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C1E Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C1E support function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State CPU C3 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C3 report function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State CPU C6 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C6 report function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State 2 5 2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer Configuration options Enabled Disabled Intel Rapid Start Technology Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Intel R Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled Intel Smart Connect Technology Disabled ISCT Configuration Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 17 2 5 3 SATA Configura
40. connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity 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 Z 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 configuration Headset 2 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 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel A To configure an 8 channel audio output Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 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
41. e 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 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 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 vii 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 IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task 2 gt gt NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task 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
42. e provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANT Y and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents ciis m vi PRO UAT GINS CU u vii P8H61 M LK R2 0 specifications summary Ix Package COME me GG C xi Product introduction 1 1 Ed EE L U L u uu u uuu L u u 1 1 dete Fo dae el els EE OE u u a OE asaunaspaq 1 1 1 2 Before you proceed RE N EE uu u u 1 4 1 3 Motherboard overview nimes 1 5 1 3 1 Placement direction 1 5 1 3 2 Screw lp 1 5 1 3 3 Motherboard layout 1 6 1 3 4 Layou
43. ease use IDE Mode on Windows XP IDE is the default SATA type Using Windows XP there is no need to change the SATA type To configure the default SATA type in BIOS click Advanced Mode gt Advanced tab gt SATA Configuration SATA Mode Selection When using hot plug and NCQ set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to AHCI See section 2 5 3 SATA Configuration for details Chapter 1 Product introduction 10 System panel connector 10 1 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions ad a PLED PLED GND F PANEL PIN 1 Ground Reset HD LED HD_LED l mom mm HD LED RESET P8H61 M LK R2 0 System panel connector 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 HDLED 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 ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRBTN This 2 pin connector is for the system power button Reset button 2 pi
44. efer to the following sections for the detailed configurations To access the EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help let Lnsldgurat Kas ER D haim Ensshli Logan GE Support DET Hail if Bisab EN M INC sakla Submenu item Pop up window Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the basic system configuration Lima For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the Monitor l 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 Getting started 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
45. er 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 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 th
46. esigned to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit NA mom nm ATX12V EATXPWR OO 3 Volts GND 66 12 Volts 5 Volts ae 12 Volts 5 Volts 5V Standby 5 Volts FEL Power OK 5 Volts GND GND Ae 5 Volts GND a a GND GND T 5 Volts PSON GND GND 3 Volts 12 Volts 3 Volts 3 Volts ga lum PIN 1 P8H61 M LK R2 0 ATX power connectors 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 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 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 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER The 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings
47. ject to the following two conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference 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 measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e 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 ex
48. lear RTC mom mm Default P8H61 M LK R2 0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 2 AN Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 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 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer Hold down the Del 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 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 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 8 Connectors 1 8 1 Rear panel connectors 1 PS 2 Mouse port green This port is for a 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 Activity Link LED Speed LED LED LED OFF No link OFF 10Mbps
49. ly and energy efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 4 1 2 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings AN 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 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 Eq SB PWR ON
50. n RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 9 Software support 1 9 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 Z 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 9 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 Z 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 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 respective menus Z The following screen is for reference only ASUS Install 2 Click an icon to lm display
51. n option Both Legacy OpROM first Both UEFI first Legacy ODROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from PCle PCI Expansion Devices Legacy OpROM first Configuration option Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first 2 7 8 Secure Boot This option allows you to configure the Secure Boot related parameters OS Type Other OS Configuration options Windows UEFI mode Other OS Secure Boot Mode Standard Configuration options Standard Custom fF The following items appear when you Secure Boot Mode is set to Custom Fm Key Management Install default Secure Boot keys Configuration options Yes No Platform Key PK Management Load PK from File Configuration options Ok Copy PK to File Configuration options Ok Delete PK Configuration options Yes No Key Exchange Key KEK Management Load KEK from File Configuration options Ok Copy KEK to File Configuration options Ok Delete the KEK Configuration options Yes No Append KEK from File Configuration options Ok Chapter 2 Getting started Database DB Management Load DB from File Configuration options Ok Copy DB to File Configuration options Ok Delete the DB Configuration options Yes No Append DB from File Configuration options Ok DBX Management Load DBX from File Configuration options Ok Copy DBX to File Configuration options Ok Delete the DBX Configuration options Yes No Append D
52. ng our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions P8H61 M LE R2 0 A 3 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 1 812 282 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 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria 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 49 1805 010923 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone A 4 Appendices oBo qe 159 ay jo BSN ay WJSd jou seop pue uononpoud ejouM au JO jueuissesse ue du jou Soop 1 sjonpoud pauonuawu aAoge y JO ejduues euo jo uonenjeAa alBuis e uo paseg si jueuejejs au CHUTE daa
53. ns English Fran ais Deutsch 85930 88414 x AAs Espa ol Pycckuii 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 f you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 7 Jumpers for information on how to muU 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 Getting started 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 Enter 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the password when promp
54. nute Second will become user configurable with set values Chapter 2 Getting started 2 5 8 Network Stack Network Stack Disable Link This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disable Link Enabled The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to Enabled e Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support Configuration options Disable Link Enable Ipv6 PXE Support Enabled This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support Configuration options Disable Link Enable 2 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings EE mariiu Ei fis Hol Canada Fan perd CPU TTE NIE TIT Selge 1 V Unltazr CPU Fim Costrol QU Tan gere au Limit HE Vas Profile hars In Fan Lnatrnl Chassis Fan Ted Lina Lt 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 21 2 22 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 m
55. o 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 Enter AN Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default settings 2 4 5 CPU Power Management The sub items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use lt gt and lt gt keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the value 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 decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 13 2 14 Turbo Mode Enabled Allows you to enable your core processor s speed to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition Configuration options Disabled Enabled Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions Disabled Disables this function Z The first three items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode items to Enabled Long duration power limit Auto Use the lt
56. otherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed 2 6 3 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 4 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 200 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 100 RPM 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 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 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 fF The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 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
57. pJeoquaYJON e N cc P8H61 M LK E7784 First Edition October 2012 Copyright 2012 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
58. pressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment P8H61 M LE R2 0 A 1 A 2 IC Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cut appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Get appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil 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 Canadi
59. s ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version Form factor uATX form factor 8 9 in x 6 8 in 22 6 cm x 17 3 cm VA Specifications are subject to change without notice Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 2 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s cables 1 x VO Shield User Guide Support DVD If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models Xi Xii Product introduction 1 1 Special features 1 1 1 Product highlights Intel LGA1155 Intel 3rd 2nd Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors This motherboard supports the Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package with iGPU memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics out with dedicated chipsets 2 channel 2 DIMMs DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3 0 2 0 lanes This provides great graphics performance Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world Intel H61 Express Chipset Intel H61 Express Chipset is a single chipset that supports the 1155 socket Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium and Celeron processors It utilizes the
60. s Part No Size SS DS Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage Optional 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067 8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7 1G low profile 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BFSE DJ F 7 1 5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7 4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1 5V SS Single sided DS Double sided m DIMM support 1 DIMM Supports one module inserted into either slot as single channel memory configuration 2DIMMs Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual channel memory configuration DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel 3rd generation processors Due to the CPU behavior DDR3 2133 1866 memory module will run at DDR3 2000 1800 MHz frequency Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 15 1 5 3 Installing a DIMM AN Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components 1 Press the retaining clips outward to 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 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key N 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
61. serial point to point links which increases bandwidth and enhances the system s performance Dual Channel DDR3 1333 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 1066 MHz to boost the system s performance and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications PCI Express 3 0 PCI Express 3 0 PCle 3 0 is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the performance and speed of PCle 2 0 It provides an optimal graphics performance unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCle 1 0 2 0 devices Intel 3rd generation Core processors support PCIe 3 0 8 channel high definition audio The onboard 8 channel HD audio High Definition Audio previously codenamed Azalia CODEC enables high quality 192KHz 24 bit audio output and jack detect feature that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio VO jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection which means there will be no more confusion of Line in Line out and Mic jacks Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high qualit
62. t contents avveie 1 6 1 4 Central Processing Unit CPU eere 1 7 1 4 1 El NV CPU EE N 1 8 1 4 2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1 10 1 5 System MEMNON l l i oux ic dk EK eue is Va tux IE E eU ede Es 1 12 1 5 1 e p KT N 1 12 1 5 2 Memory configurations GN GE i n ER Ee 1 13 1 5 3 Installing DIMM 1 16 1 5 4 Removing DIMM u 9 1 16 16 Expansion SOUS o 1 17 1 6 1 Installing an expansion card ee RR Re Re ek ke 1 17 1 6 2 Configuring an expansion card 1 17 1 6 3 POI Express x1 SIOL usce EE Re aa RE ee 1 17 1 6 4 POI Express X16 SO u uyu Ed ee ei KG EE DH A RET ke 1 17 EE EE N EO EE EE 1 18 18 GConnectors rmrrrnsrrmnsrrunvrnnnnrnnvrnnnvnnnvennnvvnnennnnevnerrnnernnnvnnernnnnvnennnnennnnnnne 1 19 1 8 1 Rear panel connectors 1 19 1 8 2 Internal ee ae svare in 0 1 20 19 Somwar esupportul 1 26 1 9 1 Installing an operating system ee ee Re Re Re ek 1 26 1 9 2 Support DVD information 1 26 BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update HUID elc 2 1 2 NN 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 1 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2 3 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS UDpdalel unnarennet a eite dvi 2 4 BIOS setup iore AE 2 6 Mai
63. ted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press Enter 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 a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 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 Enter 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 1 2 12 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items f Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items
64. tical drive as the boot device Please select boot device SATA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults 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 Chapter 2 Getting started Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 A LN For BIOS Updater version 1 30 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press Enter D gt bupdater pc g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 30 BOARD P8H61 M LK R2 0 BOARD Unknown VER 0805 VER Unknown DATE 09 16 2012 DATE Unknown PATH BEN A H61MLKR CAP 8390656 2012 09 25 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move 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
65. tion 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 Selection IDE Allows you to set the SATA configuration Disabled Disables the SATA function IDE Set to IDE when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices AHCI Set to AHCI 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 Z Due to H61 Chipset limitation AHCI Mode only works on Windows Vista Windows 7 Please use IDE Mode on Windows XP IDE is the default SATA type Under Windows XP there is no need to change the SATA type 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 This item appears only when you set the previous item to IDE or AHCI Configuration options Enabled Disabled Hot Plug Disabled This item only appears when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to AHCI and allows you to enable or disable the hot
66. uite II 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 ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 2 1 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 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 Flash2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility fF 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 Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press lt Enter gt to enable it d Press Tab to switch to the Drive field 4 Press the Up
67. urge Support Enabled 2 23 zog M 2 24 2 7 1 Fast Boot Enabled 2 24 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled 2 25 2 7 3 Bootup NumLock State On 2 25 2 7 4 Wait for F1 If Error Enabled 2 25 2 7 5 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS 2 25 2 7 6 Setup Mode EZ Mode Sies ses btt conia eaaet 2 25 2 1 1 CSM Compatibility Support Module 2 25 2 7 8 EC BODL et a ce 2 26 2 8 meli NE 2 28 2 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 UlilllV is iioii mener Copt iol etes tees 2 28 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Information 2 28 2 8 3 ASUS O C Profile en EB teda Rete ad B SE eds 2 28 29 ExWUWme j nbi darte Ee CU REIR S XE EON krasse 2 29 Appendices NOHGBS RE AO EO EE OE OE DKIS A 1 ASUS contact informatiOn sa es se nna Ne N ned U Ke ee Re KA N ee ee ee Ke n A 4 vi Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical 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 pow
68. y conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 1 1 Network iControl Network iControl is an intuitive one step network control center that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you to set monitor and schedule the bandwidth priorities for your network programs It allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS UEFI BIOS a UEFI compliant architecture offers the first mouse controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard only BIOS controls providing you with more flexibility convenience and easy to navigate EFI BIOS than the traditional BIOS versions It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than 2 2 TB ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey F3 Shortcut for most accessed information ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect information detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with difficult POST situations Al Suite II With its user interface ASUS Al Suite Il integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously It allows you to configure the overclocking settings adjust the frequencies and related voltages remotely control the system via a mobile device and other easy to use helpful utilities AS
69. you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press F5 to load default BIOS values V DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause system boot failure ASUS P8H61 M LK R2 0 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 J 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 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 op

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