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    P8H61-I Motherboard
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    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 from http://support.asus.com/download problems
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    vii About this guide vii P8H61-I specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory
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    11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.3 iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto 2-14 2.4.4 GPU Boost 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 DRAM Voltage [Auto 2-15 2.4.8 CPU Offset Mode Sign 2-15 2.4.9 iGPU
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    If Error [Enabled 2-25 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-25 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-25 2.7.6 Boot Option Priorities 2-25 2.7.7 Boot Override 2-25 2.8 Tools menu 2-26 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 2-26 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 2-26 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-26 2.9 Exit menu 2-27 
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there 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
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    . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts
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    IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website
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    Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® H61 Express Chipset 2 x U-DIMM, maximum 16GB, DDR3 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once
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    pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX form factor
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    Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H61-I motherboard! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your motherboard package. Refer to page x for the list of accessories. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your
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    the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 4. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1
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    1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the
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    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 U-DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P8H61-I 1-4
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    Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists SS CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1GB DS CMD24GX3M6A1333C9(XMP) 24GB(6x4GB) DS CM3X2048- ) 1.35V(low voltage) - - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 DIMM DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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    XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Kingston KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX(XMP ) DS OCZ OCZ3X13334GK(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB DS OCZ OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x XMP Voltage 1.65V XMP 1.25V 1. - - - 9 - • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8 - • • 9 - • • - - • • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • ASUS P8H61-I 1-6
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    one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the black slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P8H61-I 1-8
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    battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC 12 23 P8H61-I Normal (Default) P8H61-I 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
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    keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS P8H61-I 1-
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    audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be DVI-I. 10. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and
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    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. ASUS P8H61-I 1-12
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    motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS FanXpert feature. 3. Digital audio SPDIF_OUT P8H61-I Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. P8H61-I +5V SPDIFOUT
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    the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA. GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND P8H61-I GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND ASUS P8H61-I 1-14
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    5. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL P8H61-I PWR LED PWR BTN HD_LED RESET GND PWR PLEDPLED+ Reset Ground HD_LEDHD_LED+ PIN 1 P8H61-I System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the
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    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 P8H61-I 1-16
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    you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 1.8.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software
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    . • This utility does not work on Windows® 64-bit XP OS. Launching ASUS @Vibe 1. Install ASUS @Vibe from the motherboard support DVD. 2. To launch ASUS @Vibe ,click Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUS VIBE > ASUS VIBE. Visit the ASUS website at www.asusvibe.com for more details. ASUS P8H61-I 1-18
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    is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
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    to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you
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    system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash
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    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 flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-I
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    for the extension. 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-I VER: 0306 DATE: 01/18/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown
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    BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-I
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    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power
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    the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage Selects the display language of output, CPU/chassis fan speed the BIOS setup program EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Thursday [01/13/2011] P8H61-I BIOS Version : 0306 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB
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    Pop-up window EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz EM64T Supported Processor Speed 3300 MHz Preocessor Stepping 206a6 Microcode Revision 28
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    . 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 field, select it and press or click on it to display a list of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-I
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    Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0306 x64 01/18/2011 7.0.1.1141 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time
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    or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator steps as in changing a user password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61
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    you installed on the motherboard. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed: 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency Auto > GPU Boost > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management DRAM Voltage Auto
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    become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 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 and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust
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    Intel® SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items to [Enabled]. Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use / to adjust the value. Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Use / to adjust the value. Short Duration Power Intel CPU specification, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU
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    values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > Trusted Computing > CPU Configuration > System Agent Configuration > PCH Configuration > F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-16 ASUS P8H61-I
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    motherboard. TPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the TPM support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS always return to zero (0). Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [
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    options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.4 PCH Configuration The South Bridge menu allows you to change the southbridge chipset settings. High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61-I
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    Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage 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
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    . [Disabled] Disables the controller. Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item appears only when the Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller item is set to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging function. [Disabled] Disables this function 2-20 ASUS P8H61-I
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    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/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21
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    ] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. 2-22 ASUS P8H61-I
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    CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] CPU maximum chassis fan speed. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V this item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows
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    F1' if Error Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Setup Mode EZ Mode Boot Option Priorities Boot Option Off] Bootup NumLock State [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] [Until Press ESC] 2-24 ASUS P8H61-I
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    occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. 2.7.7 Boot Override These
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    to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e��y��in��t�h�e���p�r�o�f�i�le� number that saved 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. 2-26 ASUS P8H61
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    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. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized
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    15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 [email protected] 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
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    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 03) EN 301 511 V9.0.2(2003-03) EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1(2007-05) EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1(2007-05) EN 301 893 V1.4.1(2005-03) EN 302
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