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    Motherboard P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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
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    About this guide viii P8H61-M PLUS2 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU
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    Contents Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language 2-11 2.3.2 System Date
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    2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error 2-22 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages 2-23 2.7.5 Setup Mode 2-23 2.7.6 Boot Option Priorities 2-23 2.7.7 Boot Override 2-23 2.8 Tools menu 2-24 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 2-24 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 2-24 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 2-24 2.9 Exit menu 2-25 
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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 is digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment
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    in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. 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
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    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
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    P8H61-M PLUS2 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST) * Refer to www.asus.com
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    pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in
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    Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PLUS2 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,
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    indicated in the image below. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M PLUS2 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) VGA LGA1155 2 USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 RTL 8111E AUDIO Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 P8H61-M PLUS2 Super I/O ALC 887 AAFP Intel® PCIEX1_1 H61 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR PCI1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB78 USB910 CLRTC F_PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 5 SPEAKER 11 11 10 9 8 76
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    socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. P8H61-M PLUS2 P8H61-M PLUS2 CPU
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    the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. PnP cap 5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit
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    6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin edge of the load plate slides under the retention knob (C). B A C 8. Insert the load lever under the retention tab. 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal
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    heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A B A B B A B A 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS2 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS2 240-pin DDR3 DIMM
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    , refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61-M PLUS2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability
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    Micron MICRON OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - - • • AD31333G001GOU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V • • AD31333002GOU 2GB DS
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    • A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual- channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining 1
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    Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    system setup information such as system passwords. P8H61-M PLUS2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M PLUS2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter
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    Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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 P8H61-M PLUS2 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard
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    P8H61-M PLUS2 SATA connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    +12V GND P8H61-M PLUS2 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
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    This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PLED PWRBTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND HD_LED+ HD_LED- Ground Reset P8H61-M PLUS2 PIN 1 +HDLED RESET P8H61-M PLUS2 System panel Speaker Out GND GND +5V P8H61-M PLUS2 PIN 1 P8H61-M PLUS2 Speaker out connector 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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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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    the motherboard package. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS
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    from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the
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    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 P8H61ML2.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website
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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 drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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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 V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M PLUS2 VER: 0302 DATE: 03/04/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER
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    the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M PLUS2 VER: 0302 DATE: 03/04/2011 Update ROM
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    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
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    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 EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M PLUS2 BIOS Version : 0302 CPU
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    , click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode General Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has
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    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. corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the . 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0302 x64 03/04/2011 7.0.4.1197 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory
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    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 . User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Memory Frequency Auto iGPU
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    2.4.2 [Auto] [Manual] iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] The iGPU frequency may be optimized depending on the system loading. The input value is the optimal Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. 2-14 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    : Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the
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    [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-16 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features to [Enhanced] to support more than four SATA devices. [Compatible] Set to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/
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    to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition 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 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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 2-19
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    CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 2-20 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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 maximum chassis fan speed. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item
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    On Full Screen Logo Enabled Wait For 'F1' If Error Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Setup Mode EZ Mode Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 SATA: xxxxxxx SATA to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. 2.7.6 Boot select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press after POST. 2.7.7 Boot
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    saved your 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. 2-24 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS2
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    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 , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows
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    ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax E-mail Web site 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
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    ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8H61-M PLUS2 .4.1(2007-11) EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1(2009-05) EN 301 489-24 ) EN 302 623 V1.1.1(2009-01) EN 60950-1:2006 EN 60065:2002
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