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... GPL) for the GPL Software, and/or the complete corresponding source code of the LGPL Software (with the complete machinereadable "work that uses the Library") for backup purposes, without any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
... GPL) for the GPL Software, and/or the complete corresponding source code of the LGPL Software (with the complete machinereadable "work that uses the Library") for backup purposes, without any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
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... Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-8 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card 1-8 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-8 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot 1-8 1.6 Jumpers 1-9 1.7 Connectors 1-10 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-10 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-17 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-17 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-17 1.8.3 ASUS @Vibe 1-18 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...
... Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-8 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card 1-8 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-8 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot 1-8 1.6 Jumpers 1-9 1.7 Connectors 1-10 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-10 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-17 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-17 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-17 1.8.3 ASUS @Vibe 1-18 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...
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... removing devices to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices...
... removing devices to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your power supply is broken, do not try to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices...
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... additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x 4 pin CPU fan connector 1 x 4 pin Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17.1 cm x 17.1 cm) * Specifications are...
... additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x 4 pin CPU fan connector 1 x 4 pin Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.5 WOL by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17.1 cm x 17.1 cm) * Specifications are...
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... BIOS Lithium Cell CMOS Power ATX12V EATXPWR 17.1cm(6.75in) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA P8H61-I 1-2 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. DDR3 U-DIMM slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1-16 7. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-15 1-12 8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-9 1-14 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin...
... BIOS Lithium Cell CMOS Power ATX12V EATXPWR 17.1cm(6.75in) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA P8H61-I 1-2 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. 1.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. DDR3 U-DIMM slots Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1-16 7. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-15 1-12 8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-9 1-14 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin...
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... 3GB or less. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 U-DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P8H61-I 1-4
... 3GB or less. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 U-DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P8H61-I 1-4
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... the expansion cards that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any...
... the expansion cards that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any...
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... Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This 15-pin port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Microphone port (pink). 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 1 Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for the LAN port LED indications. Refer to the audio configuration table...
... Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This 15-pin port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 6. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port. Microphone port (pink). 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 1 Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port. This port is for the LAN port LED indications. Refer to the audio configuration table...
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... want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is purchased separately. 7. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I 1-16 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. This USB connector complys with USB 2.0 specification that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the system chassis. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for details. ASUS P8H61...
... want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is purchased separately. 7. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I 1-16 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. This USB connector complys with USB 2.0 specification that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the system chassis. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for details. ASUS P8H61...
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.... • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The following screen is 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 applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive. To run the DVD. 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP...
.... • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The following screen is 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 applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive. To run the DVD. 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to maximize the features of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP...
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... complete the installation. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you...
... complete the installation. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you...
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... USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from file, then click Next. Before you to enable it. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. b. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility...
... USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from file, then click Next. Before you to enable it. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. b. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility...
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... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using 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 P8H61I.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that you to enter BIOS Setup...
... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using 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 P8H61I.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that you to enter BIOS Setup...
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... the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to boot using defaults 3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional...
... the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to boot using defaults 3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional...
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... to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Restart your computer. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Yes No 4. Refer to confirm BIOS update. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-I When BIOS update...
... to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Restart your computer. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Yes No 4. Refer to confirm BIOS update. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-I When BIOS update...
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Use the and keys to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to become unstable! Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to set the DRAM timing control features. 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-14 ASUS P8H61-I Frequency [Auto] Allows you...
Use the and keys to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to become unstable! Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to set the DRAM timing control features. 2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-14 ASUS P8H61-I Frequency [Auto] Allows you...
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... this motherboard. TPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to the CPU you installed. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to set...
... this motherboard. TPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to the CPU you installed. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to set...
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...to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.3 System Agent Configuration The System Agent Configuration menu allows you to change the southbridge chipset settings. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PEG/iGPU] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to set the Internal Graphics Device share memory size. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support...
...to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.3 System Agent Configuration The System Agent Configuration menu allows you to change the southbridge chipset settings. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PEG/iGPU] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to set the Internal Graphics Device share memory size. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support...
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... Controller Interface). If no USB device is disabled. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of commands. If no SATA device is a monitor system. S.M.A.R.T. Up to the corresponding SATA port. 2.5.5 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of your hard disk errors occur, this menu allow you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you to change the USB...
... Controller Interface). If no USB device is disabled. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of commands. If no SATA device is a monitor system. S.M.A.R.T. Up to the corresponding SATA port. 2.5.5 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of your hard disk errors occur, this menu allow you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you to change the USB...
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... on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature...
... on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature...