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1.5.2

Memory configurations

You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM

sockets.

•

You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps

the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess

memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

•

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

®

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.

H61-PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability

•

DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel

®

3rd generation

processors.

•

Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 memory modules runs at DDR3

2000/1800 MHz frequencies.

Vendors

Part No.

Size

SS/

DS

Chip

Brand

Chip NO.

Timing

Voltage

DIMM socket

support (Optional)

1 DIMM

2 DIMMs

CORSAIR

CMGTX8(XMP)

8GB(2GB x 4)

SS

-

-

10-12-10-27 1.65V

•

•

G.SKILL

F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD(XMP1.3)

16GB(4GB x 4)

DS

-

-

11-11-11-31

1.65V

•

•

G.SKILL

F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS(XMP)

4GB(2x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9-11-9-28

1.65V

•

•

GEIL

GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP)

2GB

DS

-

-

9-11-9-27

1.65V

•

•

KINGMAX

FLLE88F-C8KKAA HAIS(XMP)

2GB

SS

-

-

10-11-10-30

1.8V

•

•

Transcend

TX2400KLU-4GK(427652)(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

SS

-

-

-

1.65V

•

•

Transcend

TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP)

4GB(2x 2GB)

SS

-

-

9

1.65V

•

•

Transcend

TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)(XMP)

4GB(2x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9

1.65V

•

•

PATRIOT

PVV34G2400C9K(XMP)

4GB(2x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9-11-9-27

1.65V

•

•

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1-14

Section	Page
Safety information	6
About this guide	7
H61-PLUS specifications summary	9
Package contents	12
Chapter 1: Product introduction	13
1.1 Special features	13
1.1.1 Product highlights	13
1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM	14
1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features	15
1.2 Before you proceed	17
1.3 Motherboard overview	18
1.3.1 Placement direction	18
1.3.2 Screw holes	18
1.3.3 Motherboard layout	19
1.3.4 Layout contents	20
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	20
1.4.1 CPU installation	21
1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation	23
1.5 System memory	25
1.5.1 Overview	25
1.5.2 Memory configurations	26
1.5.3 Installing a DIMM	32
1.6 Expansion slots	33
1.6.1 Installing an expansion card	33
1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card	33
1.6.3 PCI slot	33
1.6.4 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot	33
1.6.5 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot	34
1.7 Jumpers	35
1.8 Connectors	37
1.8.1 Rear panel ports	37
1.8.2 Internal connectors	38
1.9 Software support	43
1.9.1 Installing an operating system	43
1.9.2 Support DVD information	43
Chapter 2: BIOS information	45
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	45
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	45
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	46
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	47
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	48
2.2 BIOS setup program	50
2.3 Main menu	54
2.3.1 System Language [English]	54
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	54
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	54
2.3.4 Security	54
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	56
2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto]	57
2.4.2 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	57
2.4.3 DRAM Timing Control	57
2.4.4 CPU Power Management	57
2.4.5 DIGI+ VRM	58
2.4.6 CPU Voltage [Offset Mode]	59
2.4.7 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	60
2.4.8 VCCSA Voltage [Auto]	60
2.4.9 PCH Voltage [Auto]	60
2.4.10 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]	60
2.5 Advanced menu	61
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	61
2.5.2 PCH Configuration	63
2.5.3 SATA Configuration	64
2.5.4 System Agent Configuration	64
2.5.5 USB Configuration	65
2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration	65
2.5.7 APM	67
2.5.8 Network Stack	68
2.6 Monitor menu	69
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	69
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	69
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	70
2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	70
2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	71
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	71
2.7 Boot menu	72
2.7.1 Fast Boot [Enabled]	73
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	73
2.7.3 Bootup NumLock State [On]	74
2.7.4 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	74
2.7.5 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	74
2.7.6 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]	74
2.7.7 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	74
2.7.8 CSM (Compatibility Support Module)	74
2.7.9 Security Boot	75
2.7.10 Boot Option Priorities	77
2.7.11 Boot Override	78
2.8 Tools menu	79
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	79
2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information	79
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile	79
2.9 Exit menu	80
Appendices	81
Notices	81

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