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- Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 1
H61M-C Motherboard - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 2
it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it shipped to, by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Legal Compliance Dept. 15 Li Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei 112 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 3
1.8.1 Rear panel ports 1-18 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1-19 1.9 Software support 1-24 1.9.1 Installing an operating system 1-24 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-24 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Main menu...2-9 iii - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 4
DRAM Timing Control 2-12 2.4.3 CPU Power Management 2-12 2.5 Advanced menu 2-13 2.5.1 CPU Configuration 2-13 2.5.2 PCH Configuration ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-25 2.7.6 INT19 Trap Response [Disabled 2-25 2.7.7 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-25 2.7.8 CSM (Compatibility Support Module 2-25 2.7.9 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 5
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-30 2.9 Exit menu...2-31 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 6
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 7
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 8
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 9
H61M-C specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB Rear panel ports LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 22nm/32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 • - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 10
ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS AI Charger ASUS AI Suite II Network iControl* ASUS Webstorage ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ * The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors Internal - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 11
I/O ALC 887 AAFP PCIEX1_1 ASM 64Mb 1083 BIOS PCI1 Intel® H61 USBPW5~10 SPDIF_OUT USB56 SB_PWR USB78 CLRTC USB910 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 ASUS H61M-C motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 12
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®, and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics out with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (2 DIMMs - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 14
automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. Ai Charger Ai Charger is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad. * Check your USB mobile device if it - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 15
the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 16
precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. H61M-C SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H61M-C - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 17
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. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis H61M-C ASUS H61M-C 1-5 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 18
DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LPT VGA LGA1155 USB34 22.9cm(9.0in) PS2_USBPW1~4 LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN EATXPWR RTL 8111F 2 BATTERY AUDIO H61M-C PCIEX16 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 ASM 64Mb 1083 BIOS 6 Intel® H61 ALC PCI1 887 SB_PWR 7 USBPW5~10 SPDIF_OUT USB56 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 19
™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. H61M-C H61M-C CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 20
1.4.1 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A A B 2 3 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 21
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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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 23
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS H61M-C 1-11 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 24
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 25
-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. 1.5.3 1 Installing a DIMM 2 3 ASUS H61M-C 1-13 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 26
the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Before installing the expansion - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 27
has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIEx16 PCIEx1_1 PCI 1 Realtek 8111F controller USB2 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 28
. H61M-C CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H61M-C Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 29
BIOS. This jumper is for the rear USB ports. PS2_USBPW1~4 12 23 H61M-C +5V +5VSB (Default) H61M-C PS2/USB device wake-up 3. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW5~10) Set this jumper to +5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode (CPU under normal condition or in sleep mode. ASUS H61M-C 1-17 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 30
Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port 4. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 31
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. ASUS H61M-C 1-19 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 32
firmly until the connectors completely fit. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC H61M-C GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 33
• You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • Due to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7. Please use IDE Mode on Windows® XP. • To configure the SATA type in BIOS, click Advanced Mode > Advanced - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 34
inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • The two fan connectors support fans of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan and 4-pin chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 6. USB connectors - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 35
) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL +PWR_LED- PWR_BTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND HD_LED+ HD_LED- Ground HWRST# (NC) H61M-C PIN 1 +HD_LED- RESET H61M-C System panel warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER H61M-C PIN 1 H61M-C Speaker out connector ASUS H61M-C 1-23 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 36
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 37
to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider. ASUS H61M-C 2-1 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 38
using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H61MC.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 39
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 40
your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 41
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 42
details. Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 43
the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer 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 Submenu item Pop-up window - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 44
select the item and press . Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Scroll 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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 45
the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.7 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. ASUS H61M-C 2-9 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 46
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 . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 47
configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field 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. 2.4.1 Memory - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 48
production. Turbo Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in CPU cores. Use and key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 49
number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. 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. ASUS H61M-C 2-13 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 50
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 51
Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. [Auto] Set this size is larger than the Active Page Threshold size, the system will try to support the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. When the item is set to zero, the . Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS H61M-C 2-15 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 52
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. Due to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7. Please use IDE Mode on Windows® XP - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 53
] 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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 54
audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 55
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Ipv4/ Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4/ Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable] ASUS H61M-C 2-19 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 56
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 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 57
Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS H61M-C 2-21 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 58
fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC. Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 59
2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS H61M-C 2-23 - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 60
the system, PS/2 devices will not be available and BIOS setup program will not be accessible via PS/2 devices. computer enters the operating system. Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. 2-24 Chapter 2: Getting started - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 61
POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. [Disabled] Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows® Security Update and Security Boot. ASUS H61M - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 62
set to [Windows UEFI mode]. Secure Boot Mode [Standard] Allows you to select how the Secure Boot prevents unauthorized firmware, operating systems, or UEFI drivers from running during boot time. [Standard] Allows the system to automatically load the Secure Boot keys from the BIOS database. [Custom - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 63
set Secure Boot Mode to [Custom]. It allows you to manage the OS. Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. Copy PK to File Enrollment Key (KEK). Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device. Copy KEK to File Allows you - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 64
DB (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer. Load DB from File Allows you to load the downloaded DB from a USB storage device. Copy DB from file Allows you to store the DB to - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 65
access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press after POST. 2.7.11 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 H61M - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 66
CMOS settings, press , 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. 2-30 Chapter 2: Getting started - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 67
for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load the default values. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 68
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the graphics card is Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. ASUS H61M - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 70
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 the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 71
11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone - Asus H61M-C | H61M-C User's Manual - Page 72
Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : H61M-C Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part
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