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Motherboard P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua1 1 5/16/12 1:43:39 PM.
ii E7361 First Edition (V1) May 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, trans.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................... vi About this guide ......................................................................................... vi P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.
iv Contents 1.1 1 Software support ........................................................................ 1-28 1.1 1.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-28 1.1 1.2 Support DVD information .......................
v Contents 2.6.3 CPU V oltage, 3.3V V oltage, 5V V oltage, 12V V oltage .. 2-21 2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ...................................... 2-22 2.6.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ................................. 2-22 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] .
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 Where to nd more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
viii P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 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 T echnology 2.
ix P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specications summary * Specications are subject to change without notice. USB 10 x US B 2.0/1.1 por ts (4 port s at m id-boar d, 6 p orts a t th e back pane l) ASUS Speci.
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1-1 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Product introduction Motherboard ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 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 If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer .
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 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 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Network iControl With a one-click on/off button, the software currently in use is set as top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ease.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-4 GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in real time for the best graphics performance. User-friendly UI facilitates exible frequency and voltage adjustments. Its ability to deliver multiple overclocking proles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades.
1-5 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.4 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-6 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI 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.
1-7 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 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) 1-22 8. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_P ANEL) 1-24 2.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-8 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.
1-9 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 . The CPU ts in only one correct orientation.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-10 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).
1-1 1 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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 .
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-12 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.
1-13 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with four 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.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-14 1.7.2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou 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 conguration.
1-15 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3-2250 (O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.65V • • DDR3-2200 (O.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-16 DDR3-1333 MHz capability (IVY Bridge CPU) DDR3-1600 (O.C.) MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DA TA AX3U1600GC4G9-2G(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.
1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-18 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.
1-19 Chapter 1: Product introduction 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.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-20 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.
1-21 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 3. Line In port (light blue). This port connects a tape, CD, DVD player , or other audio sources. 4. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker . In 4, 6, and 8-channel congurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-22 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.
1-23 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! 2.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-24 5. System panel connector (10-1 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 .
1-25 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6. Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/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.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-26 8. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin 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.
1-27 Chapter 1: Product introduction 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately . SPDIF_OUT +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.
ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-28 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 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.
2-2 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from le , then click Next . b. Locate the BIOS le from the Open window , then click Open .
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 • This function supports USB ash disks with FA 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.
2-4 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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).
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 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 V1.07 Current ROM Update ROM A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit H61M2TR.
2-6 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-7 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 .
2-8 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 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.
2-10 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 1 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.
2-12 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 2.4.4 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press <Enter>.
2-14 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-15 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.
2-16 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 2.5.4 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Empty if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port. SA T A Mode Selection [IDE] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration.
2-18 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Lucid Virtu support for both the integrated and discrete graphics. The iGPU shared memory size will be xed at 64MB. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Serial Port Conguration The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port conguration. Serial Port [Enabled] Al low s yo u t o e nab le or di sabl e t he ser ial por t ( COM ).
2-20 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables Ring to generate a wake event.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. 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.
2-22 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature.
2-24 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-25 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.
2-26 ASUS P8H61-M2 Series 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.
Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-27 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-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement KC: Korea W arning Statement Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not excee.
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