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Motherboard P8H61 R2.0 Series • P8H61 R2.0 • P8H61 PLUS R2.0 • P8H61/USB3 R2.0.
ii E7178 First Edition (V1) April 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, tra.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................... vi About this guide ......................................................................................... vi P8H61 R2.0 Series specications summary .
iv Contents 1.1 1 Software support ........................................................................ 1-33 1.1 1.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-33 1.1 1.2 Support DVD information .......................
v Contents 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration .................................... 2-20 2.5.7 APM .............................................................................. 2-21 2.5.8 Network Stack ...............................................
vi Safety information Electrical safety • T o prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
vii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING: 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.
viii P8H61 R2.0 Series specications summary (continued on the next page) CPU LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® processors Supports 22/32nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost technology 2.
ix P8H61 R2.0 Series specications summary Special features 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ( P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only ) ASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+ VRM: - Di.
x Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports P8H61/USB3 R2.0: - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports - 2 x USB 2.
1-1 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboard Cables 2 x Serial A T A 3.0Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual • P8H61 R2.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-2 Intel ® H61 Express Chipset The Intel ® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to support the new 1 155 socket Intel ® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® processors.
1-3 Chapter 1: Product introduction 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability , improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity .
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-4 ASUS T urboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS T urboV . This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away .
1-5 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ai Charger Ai Charger is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad. • Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. • The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8H61/USB3 R2.0 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-8 1.5.3 Motherboard layout P8H61/USB3 R2.0 ASM 1083 ASM 1042 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 USB56 USB78 USB910 AAFP EATXPWR CPU_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O ALC 887 RTL 8111F KBMS 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR CLRTC 19.8cm(7.
1-9 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8H61 PLUS R2.0 ASM 1083 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 PCI2 PCI3 USB56 USB78 USB910 AAFP EATXPWR CPU_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power Super I/O ALC 887 RTL 8111F KBMS 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR CLRTC 19.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-10 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 4-pin A TX12V) 1-28 7. System panel connector (20-8 pin P ANEL) 1-32 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) 1-29 8.
1-1 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 155 socket designed for the Intel ® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium ® / Celeron ® processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-12 3. Lift the load lever in 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 .
1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction 7. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention knob (C).
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-14 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel ® LGA1 155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel ® processor , the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly .
1-15 Chapter 1: Product introduction 3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_F AN. Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector . 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-16 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7.2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • 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.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-18 DDR3-2200 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.65V • • GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-1 1-9-28 1.
1-19 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3-1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DA TA AM2U16BC2P1 2GB SS A-DA T A 3CCD-1509A EL1 126T - - • • A-DA TA AD31600E001GM(O)U3K 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-20 DDR3-1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-Data AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - - • • A-Data AD31333G001GOU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.
1-21 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3-1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs OCZ OCZ3X1333L V6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-20 1.60V • • OCZ OCZ3G1333L V8GK 8GB(2x 4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-22 DDR3-1066 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • • ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - 1.
1-23 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system 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 socket.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-24 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
1-25 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-26 1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer , a scanner, or other devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
1-27 Chapter 1: Product introduction 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 (P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only) . These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-28 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin A TX +12V power plug.
1-29 Chapter 1: Product introduction 4. Digital audio co nne cto r (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-30 5. Intel ® H61 Serial A T A 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial A T A hard disk drives.
1-31 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 1-32 7. System panel connector (20-8 pin F_P ANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector .
1-33 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 1 Software support 1.1 1.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP / V ista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
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2-1 Chapter 2: BIOS information Chapter 2 BIOS information Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-2 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 le from the ASUS website at www .asus.com.
2-3 Chapter 2: BIOS information • This function supports USB ash disks with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-4 Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:>d: D:> 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).
2-5 Chapter 2: BIOS information Updating the BIOS le T o update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Current ROM Update ROM A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit H61U3R2.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-6 Using the power button , reset button , or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
2-7 Chapter 2: BIOS information EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-8 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode . Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
2-9 Chapter 2: BIOS information Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Conguration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date.
2-1 1 Chapter 2: BIOS information Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-12 Scroll down to display the following items: 2.4 Ai T weaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
2-13 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.4.1 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-14 2.4.4 OC T uner OC T uner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Press <Enter> and select OK to start automatic overclocking. 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features.
2-15 Chapter 2: BIOS information Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for 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 cores.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-16 Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the <Enter> key . Y ou can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key .
2-17 Chapter 2: BIOS information Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-18 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Conguration 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.
2-19 Chapter 2: BIOS information CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.2 PCH Conguration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event T imer .
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-20 2.5.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
2-21 Chapter 2: BIOS information Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-22 Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.
2-23 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit Version 2.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-24 2.6.1 CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
2-25 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.6.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-26 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. 2.7.
2-27 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so.
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series 2-28 2.8 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.
2-29 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
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Appendices A-1 Appendices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
A-2 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement KC: Korea W arning Statement Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed t.
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