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ASUS P8H61 Series

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Intel

®

H61 Express Chipset

The Intel

®

H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to

support the new 1155 socket Intel

®

Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3

second generation processors. It provides improved performance by

utilizing serial point-to-point links, which allows increased bandwidth and

stability.

Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support

The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer

rates of 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements

of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The

dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system

memory to boost system performance.

PCI Express 2.0 support

This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for double speed

and bandwidth which enhances system performance.

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 I/O 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

(P8H61 PLUS only)

This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for

durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.

1.3.2

Innovative ASUS features

ASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode)

ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes

beyond traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more flexible and

convenient mouse controls. You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS

with the same smoothness as their operating system. The exclusive

EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced

Mode is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more

intricate system settings.

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	7
P8H61 Series specifications summary	9
Chapter 1	11
Product introduction	11
1.1 Welcome!	11
1.2 Package contents	11
1.3 Special features	11
1.3.1 Product highlights	11
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features	12
1.4 Before you proceed	15
1.5 Motherboard overview	16
1.5.1 Placement direction	16
1.5.2 Screw holes	16
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	17
1.5.4 Layout contents	17
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	18
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	18
1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan	21
1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan	22
1.7 System memory	23
1.7.1 Overview	23
1.7.2 Memory configurations	24
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	28
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	28
1.8 Expansion slots	29
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	29
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	29
1.8.3 PCI slots	29
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots	29
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot	29
1.9 Jumpers	30
1.10 Connectors	31
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors	31
1.10.2 Internal connectors	32
1.11 Software support	37
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	37
1.11.2 Support DVD information	37
Chapter 2	39
BIOS information	39
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	39
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	39
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	40
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	41
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	42
2.2 BIOS setup program	45
2.3 Main menu	49
2.3.1 System Language	49
2.3.2 System Date	49
2.3.3 System Time	49
2.3.4 Security	49
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	51
2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner	51
2.4.2 Memory Frequency	52
2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode	52
2.4.4 OC Tuner	52
2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control	52
2.4.6 CPU Power Management	52
2.4.7 Offset Mode Sign	53
2.4.8 DRAM Voltage	54
2.4.9 VCCIO Voltage	54
2.4.10 CPU PLL Voltage	54
2.4.11 PCH Voltage	54
2.4.12 Load-Line Calibration	54
2.4.13 Auto PSI	54
2.4.14 CPU Spread Spectrum	54
2.5 Advanced menu	55
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	55
2.5.2 System Agent Configuration	57
2.5.3 PCH Configuration	57
2.5.4 SATA Configuration	57
2.5.5 USB Configuration	58
2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration	58
2.5.7 APM	59
2.6 Monitor menu	61
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature	61
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed	61
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control	62
2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control	62
2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	63
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support	63
2.7 Boot menu	64
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State	64
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo	64
2.7.3 Option ROM Messages	64
2.7.4 Setup Mode	64
2.7.5 Boot Option Priorities	65
2.7.6 Boot Override	65
2.8 Tools menu	66
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility	66
2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information	66
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile	66

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